Young Tradie To Take ACT MP's Seat In Youth Parliament
'I'm stoked to have Fletcher Brown as my Youth MP," says Luxton.
'He's the kind of young Kiwi who gets up early, gets his hands dirty, and adds real value to his community. That kind of contribution deserves a voice in Parliament.
'Fletcher is currently training through MITO, with a focus on agricultural and horticultural equipment – work that keeps the region's farms and orchards running smoothly. Rather than taking the traditional university path, Fletcher chose to earn while he learns, picking up real-world skills in the process.
'Speaking with Fletcher, I can tell he's passionate about what he does and he's got a strong head on his shoulders. Too often, young people are pushed down the academic route by default. Fletcher made a different call, and it's paying off.
'Tradies and practical people are underrepresented in politics, and that includes Youth Parliament. It's good to have someone in there with a bit of grease on their hands who's showing young Kiwis that you don't have to go to university to be successful.
'I can't wait to see him championing the young people who choose to work, pay tax and offer practical skills in exchange for an honest wage.
"MITO is doing an outstanding job equipping young Kiwis like Fletcher with real-world skills, industry connections, and a pathway to meaningful careers. But more than that, they're backing them to lead. Their support for Fletcher's role in Youth Parliament shows a real commitment to developing future leaders in the trades."
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