The document revealed the public sector has grown by 500
The chief minister says he is encouraged by the Public Service Workforce Report which shows recruitment is taking place in frontline services.
The document revealed the public sector has grown by 500 with the majority of those places in care.
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Alfred Cannan says it demonstrates the commitment to frontline services and dispels the myth that the government has been 'running amok' with recruitment.
He's also confirmed that 120 roles across government are being reviewed:
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