Labour has suggested that if elected, everyone in the public service would be paid the living wage of $29.90 an hour - $6 more than the current minimum wage.

Economists have raised concerns with this proposal and claimed this could likely lead to inflation going up.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.

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Labour has suggested that if elected, everyone in the public service would be paid the living wage of $29.90 an hour - $6 more than the current minimum wage.
Economists have raised concerns with this proposal and claimed this could likely lead to inflation going up.
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on how Labour's plans for the public sector could impact the economy

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