AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWorkforce Trends: New Zealand filled jobs rose 0.3% in September and were up 1% year over year, while separate reports point to shrinking opportunities for young tech workers as programmer employment fell 19%. Worker Support: West Virginia committed nearly $1.5 million to help people recovering from substance-use disorders access training and jobs. Bahrain lawmakers backed a proposal to review stalled public-sector promotions and benefits. Layoffs: Two Washington farm employers reported cuts affecting 283 workers, including 90 jobs lost when a Granger-area orchard closes. Employment Policy: Singapore plans to raise its retirement age to 65 and re-employment age to 70 in 2029; meanwhile, an ILO report says more than 80% of domestic workers worldwide lack formal employment protections.
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