Hospitality sector fears NCEA changes will increase staff shortages
Friday 3 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Erica Stanford
The hospitality industry has written to Education Minister Erica Stanford regarding proposed NCEA changes. Leaders worry that leaving a Year 11 qualification out of the new system will worsen staff shortages and hinder tourism industry growth.
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