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Govt warned of risks in plan to means-test benefit for teens

Govt warned of risks in plan to means-test benefit for teens

Update: 2025-11-03
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The government was warned its plan to means-test benefits for 18 and 19 year olds could keep them in unsafe homes, or encourage teen pregnancies. The general manager of Aviva Canterbury, a family harm agency Gwenda Kendrew spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Govt warned of risks in plan to means-test benefit for teens

Govt warned of risks in plan to means-test benefit for teens