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Poppy Johnston

Migration cap to be lifted to 195,000

Clare O'Neil and Andrew Giles announced a skilled migration boost and funds for visa processing. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

The Albanese government will boost the permanent skilled migration cap to 195,000 places for this financial year to help fill pressing labour shortages.

Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil made the announcement at the final day of the jobs and skills summit on Friday.

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