Cannan says increasing workforce vital
Increasing the number of working people on the Island will boost the economy.
That's the belief of Treasury Minister Alfred Cannan and forms a key part of government policy.
A drive to bolster the workforce is seen as a way to support an ageing population.
But some of the language used to describe the growing older demographic picture - for example "a problem" has led to criticism.
Alfred Cannan says we need to recognise it's a reality.
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Dr Michelle Haywood says some routes could become normal services, where capacity allows
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It was one of a number of issues discussed at its monthly public meeting
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