Hayward: 8,000 new jobs too ‘ambitious’ for five-year plan
The Minister of Economy and Labour has played down a goal announced two years ago to boost the island’s workforce by more than 8,000 people within five years. However, Jason Hayward said there had been “encouraging” growth, with 952 new jobs in the 2023 figures. He added: “I am confident that we are going in the right direction, but whether or not we can reach the target of 8,000 may a bit ambitious over the next three years.” Mr Hayward, […]