Photo of the NZ Speaker feeding a baby during debate went viral

A photo of the Speaker of New Zealand's Parliament feeding a legislator's baby while carrying out his duties has been shared all over the world.

New Zealand speaker Trevor Mallard with Tāmati Coffey's baby. Source: Twitter

Tāmati Coffey brought his son - Tūtānekai Smith-Coffey - into the House of Representatives, on his first day back at work since taking paternity leave.

In an interview with New Zealand's Newshub, Mr Coffey said he felt "supported by my colleagues from across the house".

Speaker Trevor Mallard appeared delighted as he held and fed Tūtānekai while presiding over the debate.

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