Kiwis working while physically and mentally unwell is costing businesses $46 billion per year, according to new research. The Tertiary Education Commission is set to lose 22 more jobs, following 28 job cuts in April last year. Beneficiaries sanctioned with money management cards will often be unable to pay rent, government data shows, putting them at risk of homelessness.
Union coverage
- CTU: Research sheds light on the cost of working while unwell
- CTU: Critics slam 'punitive' new benefit sanctions
- PSA: More job losses likely at Tertiary Education Commission due to budget cuts
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Te Ao Māori
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Economics
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- Hydrogen truck launch part of efforts to cut heavy transport emissions
- NZME boardroom battle: 'Try for a fresh start for all' – businessman
Opinion
- Why a proposal to change the laws governing protest should worry us all
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