Photo: RNZThe government will prioritise extending the small business loan scheme, rolling out the flexi-wage job support programme and fast-tracking more infrastructure projects in the weeks leading up to Christmas. "Before Christmas we will extend the Small Business Loan Scheme out to three years and extend the interest free period to two years. Making those changes before Christmas would give small business owners certainty, especially ahead of a holiday period where income could drop off for many, she said. "However, we cannot rest on our laurels and we want to see more New Zealanders obtain work, which is why we are prioritising the roll out of the flexi-wage scheme prior to Christmas.'' My hope is the expanded flexi-wage scheme will play an important role in helping people from these groups to get quickly back into work.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 05, 2020 00:00 UTC