Public Service cuts hit 5 thousand - are they all back office?

Cuts in the public sector are still being revealed. The latest are 700 positions at the Ministry of Social Development.But how close to the bone are they getting? Young people are being hit hardest as unemployment rises. We talk to the Salvation Army about how they can be helped. Plus we talk to former Al Black and Sky commentator Jeff Wilson about the prospects of the Black Ferns and the Warriors this weekend and why a GPS tag doesn't mean police can go and get your stolen possession.

Newsable

Newsable is all about what everyone’s talking about. Highbrow, lowbrow, exclusives, analysis and hot takes - it’s a fresh way to get up to speed on the day’s big stories, delivered in a uniquely Stuff way. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Need more kick-ass podcasts in your ears? Find more Stuff podcasts here GET IN TOUCH Feedback? Got a topic you’d like us to cover? We’re listening! Email us at [email protected] Host: Imogen Wells Newsreader: Tom McKenzie Senior Producer: Philippa Tolley Senior Journalist / Producer: Aaron Dahmen Audio Producers: Connor Scott & John Ropiha Executive Producer: Chris Reed

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