New Zealand plans to cut 3,700 public service jobs (5.6% workforce) as part of government-ordered spending cuts.
New Zealand plans to cut 3,700 jobs from public service ministries, representing 5.6% of the public service workforce, as part of government-ordered spending cuts. The Ministry of Education plans to cut 755 roles, while the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has seen its job losses rise to 341 after voluntary redundancies. The Public Service Association is urging banks to be flexible and lenient with public workers facing financial stress due to the job cuts.
May 06, 2024
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