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Asked about it, Rai said, “The labour department has to first prepare a note to put it before the cabinet.” The decision was taken by labour minister Gopal Rai on recommendations of Delhi Contract Labour Advisory Board (DCLAB). The abolition of outsourcing of manpower would lead to around 20% savings in taxes and outsourced agency charges,” said Rai.The government has also decided to hire labour welfare officers for different departments who will address the issues concerning the workers. “To ensure effective supervision, management and compliances under various labour laws, the board has also proposed appointment of labour welfare officers by various departments, which will relieve officers of the department performing extra duties over and above their core duties,” said Rai.The implementation of the change would first require the approval of the cabinet. The LG has already clarified to the elected government that the subject of services continues to be in his preview.This issue might be a point of a fresh tussle between the AAP government and the LG, sources added..