§ 12. Mr. JackTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many civil servants his Department employs currently; and if he will make a statement on trends relating to civil service numbers(a) since May 1997 and (b) projected over the next three years. [98889]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyMy Department currently employs 35 civil servants, with a further five vacancies. Questions relating to overall civil service numbers should be directed to my right hon. Friend the Minister for the Cabinet Office.