Relaxing work permit rules in the construction industry would only be a temporary measure.
That's according to the Department of Economic Development which is considering changing regulations:
It follows discussion with the construction industry - the department says it is currently working to identify how "acute" the shortage of workers is.
Minister Laurence Skelly says local workers will still be protected:
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