Government saves $12.8 billion through pay equity scheme changes

NZ Herald1NewsThursday 22 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis says changes to the pay equity scheme will provide $12.8 billion in savings over the next four years. The Government described the previous regime as unwieldy, while the Opposition has criticised the changes.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Thu 22 May 2025, 2:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 48 minutes
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