When was Bill English born?

Bill English was born on 30 December 1961 in Lumsden.

What positions has Bill English held?

Positions held by Bill English include: Prime Minister of New Zealand (2016–2017); Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand (2008–2016); Minister of Finance (2008–2016); Minister of Infrastructure (2008–2011); Leader of the Opposition (2001–2003).

Where did Bill English study?

Bill English was educated at Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago.

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Bill English

Prime Minister of New Zealand from 2016 to 2017

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Sir Simon William English is a New Zealand former politician who served as the 39th prime minister of New Zealand from 2016 to 2017 and leader of the National Party from 2001 to 2003 and 2016 to 2018. He had previously served as the 17th deputy prime minister of New Zealand and minister of finance from 2008 to 2016 under John Key and the Fifth National Government.

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Born: 30 December 1961 wd
Place of birth: Lumsden wd
Citizenship: New Zealand wd
Occupation: politician, farmer wd
Political party: New Zealand National Party wd
Education: Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago wd
Official website: national.org.nz/billenglish wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook · Instagram wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of New Zealand (12 December 2016 – 26 October 2017)
Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand (19 November 2008 – 12 December 2016)
Minister of Finance (19 November 2008 – 12 December 2016)
Minister of Infrastructure (19 November 2008 – 14 December 2011)
Leader of the Opposition (8 October 2001 – 28 October 2003)
Minister of Finance (1 February 1999 – 22 June 1999)
Minister of Health (16 December 1996 – 2 February 1999)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament (12 October 1996 – 20 September 2014)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament (27 October 1990 – 12 October 1996)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament (until 2018)

Awards wd

Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit‎ (2018)
honorary doctor of the University of Otago (2019)
honorary doctor of Victoria University of Wellington (2018)

Questions

When was Bill English born?: Bill English was born on 30 December 1961 in Lumsden.
What positions has Bill English held?: Positions held by Bill English include: Prime Minister of New Zealand (2016–2017); Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand (2008–2016); Minister of Finance (2008–2016); Minister of Infrastructure (2008–2011); Leader of the Opposition (2001–2003).
Where did Bill English study?: Bill English was educated at Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago.

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Last updated 2 November 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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"Bill English". DigiNepal. Last updated 2 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/bill-english. Retrieved 6 November 2026.

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