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.
TT organisers announce revised Saturday race schedule
Senior race to be restarted over four-lap distance tomorrow (6 June)
TT campers in 'high spirits' despite rain affecting race week
'Costa del Ballaugh' one week, mud the next
Rider taken to Noble's Hospital after Senior TT red flag
Competitor 'conscious and talking' after incident at 11th Milestone
Red flag stops Senior TT race
Race halted during second lap
Further delay to TT schedule due to 'non-racing operational matter'
Clerk of the Course confirms change to proceedings