Jacinda Ardern has formally received her damehood, more than a year after being granted the title.

The former Prime Minister was presented the award by Prince William, at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.

ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper doesn't agree with this - and takes issue with her representing the nation overseas. 

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Jacinda Ardern has formally received her damehood, more than a year after being granted the title.
The former Prime Minister was presented the award by Prince William, at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.
ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper doesn't agree with this - and takes issue with her representing the nation overseas.&nbsp;
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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Jacinda Arden receiving her Damehood from Prince William

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