The government is aiming to cut one-in-five jobs to get the civil service back to 2016 levels.
A government spokesperson said all taxpayer spending must show "efficiency and value for money" and that staffing increases to help deal with Brexit and the pandemic must now be reversed.
"Which is exactly why we have changed recruitment rules to bring in the very best talent and are investing in the professional development of our people."
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