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Greens promise universal payment for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists
Green Party pledges $380 weekly payments for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists.
In brief
Green Party pledges $380 weekly payments for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists. Green Party will pay trainees $380 weekly during placements to cover essentials and improve retention in critical health and education sectors. Originally reported by RNZ.
Green Party's paid placements policy
Green Party promises universal weekly payments for trainees in critical health and education roles.
Students receive $380 weekly payment
Trainees get $380 weekly payment on top of student loans to cover essentials during placements.
Relocation support for trainees
Students relocating for placements receive $1500 relocation payment to improve access.
Policy cost and impact
Policy costs $311 million over four years to boost retention in healthcare and education sectors.
The essence
Green Party will pay trainees $380 weekly during placements to cover essentials and improve retention in critical health and education sectors.
