The Government is reaffirming its commitment
to Auckland-based institute of technology Unitec, with the
proposal to appoint a Commissioner, Education Minister Chris
Hipkins said.
Unitec is facing a shortfall of
approximately $19 million this year and $27 million next
year, if no changes are made. The Government is currently
considering options to ensure Unitec is supported.
“Following consultation and considering 23 submissions,
I have notified the existing Unitec council of my plans to
dissolve it and appoint a Commissioner to address Unitec’s
financial difficulties,” Mr Hipkins said.
“The
council has up to 21 days to respond before the decision is
finalised.
“Our message for students is that the
Government is committed to ensure top quality vocational
education and training is available at Unitec and they
should have every confidence that its financial issues will
be addressed,” Chris Hipkins
said.
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