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Government to prioritise job creation in awarding public contracts under new rules

Source: BBC News August 5, 2026 · 1 hour ago

The changes are part of government efforts to tackle the youth unemployment crisis.

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Government to prioritise job creation in awarding public contracts under new rules

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