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Re-employment Allowance Pilot Aids 38,000 Job Seekers

5/7/2025

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The Re-employment Allowance Pilot Scheme supports individuals aged 40+ unemployed for three months or longer.
Eligible participants can earn up to $20,000 for six to twelve months of continuous work.
Since its launch on July 15, 2024, over 38,000 participants and 16,000 job placements have been recorded.
The Labour Department provides diverse employment services and will conduct a mid-term review in early 2026.

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The Re-employment Allowance Pilot Scheme supports individuals aged 40+ unemployed for three months or longer.
Eligible participants can earn up to $20,000 for six to twelve months of continuous work.
Since its launch on July 15, 2024, over 38,000 participants and 16,000 job placements have been recorded.
The Labour Department provides diverse employment services and will conduct a mid-term review in early 2026.