Prioritise new jobs over green targets to win public contracts, firms told
The changes are part of government efforts to tackle the youth unemployment crisis.
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Notable Quotes
"I want to create growth in every postcode."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"Every pound of taxpayer money should be spent in a way that benefits local communities — creating good jobs and giving young people the skills they need for the future."
— Louise Haigh , Politician
"Businesses that benefit from the billions of taxpayer pounds spent by government, will have to create more local jobs and opportunities for young people in their area."
— Mark Ferguson , Politician
"Protecting the environment and helping young people into work are mutually beneficial and one shouldn't come at a cost to the other."
— Ami McCarthy , Activist
Key People
Ami McCarthy is the head of politics at Greenpeace UK.
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Louise Haigh is a Labour MP known for her advocacy on various political issues.
Mark Ferguson is a Cabinet Office Minister responsible for public contracts.
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The changes are part of government efforts to tackle the youth unemployment crisis.
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