Act Party leader David Seymour confirms public sector job reductions and 6.5-7.5% spending cuts under the coalition government.

Act Party leader David Seymour confirms public sector job reductions under the coalition government, with ministries aiming to cut spending by 6.5-7.5% before May's Budget. Finance Minister Nicola Willis requests departments to find savings to restore discipline in taxpayer spending. Correspondence from 11 ministries reveals various cost-cutting plans, including staff staying with friends instead of hotels.

March 06, 2024
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