Financial support to take on apprentices

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17 October 2007 FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO TAKE ON APPRENTICES The Territory Government has released $900,000 in new incentives to encourage and assist businesses to take on apprentices and trainees as part of its efforts to build the Territory’s workforce. Employment and Training Minister Paul Henderson said the grants are part of the Government’s Jobs Plan 3. “Jobs Plan 3 is about building the Territory’s skilled workforce and providing employers and employees with practical skills and training to access the many opportunities in our strong economy,” Mr Henderson said. “We are well on track to meeting our target of 10,000 apprentice and trainee commencements over four years – reaching almost 6500 – but we know it can be difficult for businesses to take on a trainee. “These new financial incentives offer practical support for businesses to help meet their skills shortages and keep the Territory’s home-grown talent here in the Territory.” Two hundred incentives valued at $4000 each are avail

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