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Government warned economy at risk by reduction in permanent migration

Minister for Home Affairs Peter Dutton

Minister for Home Affairs Peter Dutton Source: AAP

Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton says the cut is partly due to the government listening to "community concerns" but migrant and business groups say the reduction in the intake could have negative consequences.


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Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton says the cut is partly due to the government listening to "community concerns" but migrant and business groups say the reduction in the intake could have negative consequences.



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