New Zealand launches job plans for 70,000, aiming to cut welfare by 50,000 by 2030, amid Green Party criticism.

New Zealand's government aims to help 70,000 job seekers find work through personalized job plans and comprehensive needs assessments. The plans will address barriers like education, transport, addiction, health, and childcare. The Ministry of Social Development has introduced phone-based case management for 10,000 people, with a goal to reduce Jobseeker Support by 50,000 by 2030. However, the Green Party criticizes the initiative, arguing it fails to address root causes of poverty.

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