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The government is announcing this morning that it's altering the rules around its $42 billion spend on goods and services.
One-hundred-and-thirty-eight departments and agencies must now actively consider how they can create quality jobs when making decisions around spending.
An emphasis will be placed on employment for workers displaced by Covid-19, and traditionally disadvantaged groups such as Maori, Pasifika, people with disabilities and women.
There'll also be a greater focus on sustainable construction practices.
Phil Twyford is Economic Development Minister.
He speaks to Susie Ferguson.