Mr. Bernard Gloster:

The difference is that going forward we will have reset the number. When we have done that, within that number any post can be replaced or recruited and new prioritisations can be made. However, resetting the number is a difficult task, as the Deputy will imagine. It is complex because people will say that they lost out because it was reset today rather than yesterday. It is a careful consideration. It is linked to money, but it is also linked to many other considerations. I know people are frustrated by it. We are frustrated by it, but I would genuinely say that with regard to both the budgetary position and the associated issue of pay and numbers, I have never been in a more constructive and positive engagement to resolve it.

I am very hopeful there will be clarity on that very soon.