Henry Thomson (New Zealand politician)

Henry Thomson (1864 – 1933) was a New Zealand politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Wallace.

Born in Riverton, Southland, Thomson worked as a farmer and businessman before entering politics. He was a strong advocate for the interests of rural communities and played a significant role in the development of infrastructure in the Southland region.

Thomson was first elected to Parliament in 1911, representing the Wallace electorate. He was initially a member of the Reform Party. He continued to serve in Parliament until his death in 1933. During his tenure, he served on various parliamentary committees and was known for his pragmatic approach to policymaking. He was a key figure in debates surrounding land settlement, agricultural subsidies, and railway development.

His political stance was generally conservative, reflecting the views of his rural constituents. He was a supporter of free enterprise and limited government intervention in the economy.

Thomson died while still serving as a Member of Parliament. His death triggered a by-election in the Wallace electorate.