HC Deb 26 February 1980 vol 979 cc491-2W
Q49. Mr. Butcher

asked the Prime Minister if she considers that the substantial increase in the number of local government employees over the last 15 years has resulted in a corresponding increase in the level and quality of services to the general public.

The Prime Minister

My hon. Friend is quite right to draw attention to the increase in the numbers of local government employees in the last 15 years. I hope that councillors recognise the importance of keeping a close scrutiny on the numbers they employ and take every possible step to ensure that their essential services are provided in the most efficient way.

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