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Wickes boss tells Andy Burnham to make it easier to hire young people again as it plans new stores

David Wood, the chief executive of the DIY retailer, has echoed calls from other retailers for Andy Burnham to ease the costs associated with part-time and entry-level roles.

Wickes boss tells Andy Burnham to make it easier to hire young people again as it plans new stores

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