The Chief Minister says slimming down government numbers will continue but only at a sustainable rate.
Allan Bell says that going too quick, at a speed advocated by some, could rebound badly on costs.
He says, in this regard, the position is very different from that of a private concern.
Substantial damaged caused by fire station blaze
Two firefighters were treated at the scene for minor injuries.
‘No risk to public’ after fire at Castletown Fire Station
Emergency services tackle blaze near Ronaldsway
Not one affordable house available to buy
There were 266 applicants on the register as of 20 July
Election candidate reprimanded by Information Commissioners
Oliver John Lockwood investigated three separate issues