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Framework A Realistic Recognition Of Issues
Innovation Framework A Realistic Recognition Of Issues
“The Government‘s Growth and Innovation
Framework announced today is a realistic recognition of the
failure of past policies and the strengths of New
Zealanders,” said secretary of the Council of Trade Unions
Paul Goulter today.
“The framework recognises that the way forward is as partners – government, business, unions and the research and tertiary sector,” he said.
“The setting up of the advisory board and associated taskforces is welcomed and unions will be fully participating in the process.”
Paul Goulter said the targeted areas of biotechnology, communication and creative industries were obvious choices.
“However, it is welcome news that those areas where industry strategies are already underway, such as the wood industry, will not be disadvantaged,” he said.
Paul Goulter said continued recognition of the critical need for skill strategy was an essential part of the innovation framework.
“That raises issues for workers of the accessibility to training and upgrading and appropriate reward,” he said.
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New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Te Kauae Kaimahi
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi brings together over 350,000 New Zealand union members in 40 affiliated unions. We are the united voice for working people and their families in New Zealand.
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