'Our focus is on having a civil service that has the skills and capabilities to continue delivering outstanding public services.'
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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