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flag New Zealand imposes new welfare sanctions, dividing views on their impact on job incentives.

flag New Zealand has introduced new sanctions for welfare recipients who don't meet their obligations, including placing half their benefit on a restricted-use card and mandatory community work. flag The Social Development Minister, Louise Upston, defends the measures as a way to encourage employment, noting a recent increase in people leaving welfare for jobs. flag However, critics like the Salvation Army argue these sanctions may harm vulnerable individuals and divert resources from job placement efforts.

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