There’s a belief overseas workers could be the answer to potential construction worker shortages in Canterbury.

The Workforce Development Council for Construction and Infrastructure estimates more than 23 thousand additional workers will be needed over the next three years.

Business Canterbury CEO Leeann Watson says it's not a unique problem for the region.

She told Mike Hosking that changes to the vocational system need to be aligned with immigration policy as it plays a major role in meeting New Zealand's workforce challenges.

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There’s a belief overseas workers could be the answer to potential construction worker shortages in Canterbury. 
The Workforce Development Council for Construction and Infrastructure estimates more than 23 thousand additional workers will be needed over the next three years. 
Business Canterbury CEO Leeann Watson says it's not a unique problem for the region. 
She told Mike Hosking that changes to the vocational system need to be aligned with immigration policy as it plays a major role in meeting New Zealand's workforce challenges. 
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