Assistant minister talks of new program to get skilled refugees accredited

Minister for Trade Steven Ciobo and Assistant Minister for Children and Families Dr David Gillespie

Minister for Trade Steven Ciobo and Assistant Minister for Children and Families Dr David Gillespie Source: AAP

The Assistant Minister for Children and Families says he is considering a new program to help skilled refugees get re-qualified for jobs in Australia.


David Gillespie's remarks come as a number of Coalition MPs are suggesting changes to employment visas to prevent migrants and refugees sponsored by regional employers from leaving later for metropolitan areas.


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