Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael)

I welcome the Minister's willingness to consider sharing these reports with the appropriate committees. Has the wisdom of the Comptroller and Auditor General, who has substantial experience in this area, been brought to bear on this work? Has the Government imposed any embargoes on recruitment in the public service? Some people seem to be working under embargoes while others do not. Can the Minister clarify the Government's position on recruitment and replacement?

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