The nine MPs are chosen by members of their own ranks, and will govern alongside 17 representatives who are voted in by the people.
2021 newly-elected Noble members of Parliament:
Lord Vaea
Lord Tu’ivakano
Lord Fohe
Lord Nuku
Lord Tu’iha’angana
Lord Fakafanua
Lord Tu’iafitu
Lord Tu’ilakepa
Lord Fotofili
Last minute changes
One of Tonga's most promising politicians vacated his seat as the Noble for the two Niuas on medical grounds.