Additional benefits relating to special needs should be applied on a discretionary basis, subject to appeal by the client on the grounds of reasonableness. Although some such local projects might well grow into larger enterprises there will still always be a need for development assistance to existing manufacturing. Without a vibrant manufacturing sector there will, in the longer term, be a decline in jobs in the service sector. Liberals support the provision of preferential capital, on a longer term than banks can often provide, where local professional assessment indicates viability and appropriate development prospects. Even a cursory glance around our neighbourhoods shows up a myriad of beneficial tasks that need doing.
Liberals believe that there is no shortage of work but a shortage of employment.
The task of the politicians is transform work into employment for all those who seek it.