New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon defends public sector job cuts in a 36-point action plan, targeting 6.5% cost reduction in the Ministry of Health without affecting frontline services.

New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon defends public sector job cuts in a 36-point action plan, stating these cuts will streamline back-office and administrative roles without impacting frontline services. The Ministry of Health has called staff for meetings to discuss cost-cutting measures, aiming for a 6.5% cost reduction on average. All-staff meetings are scheduled, and consultation runs from April 4 to April 26, with a new organizational structure expected by August.

April 02, 2024
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