The information for the years 2010 to 2012 is presented in table 1 below on a functional classification basis. The ceilings for 2013 and 2014 are currently under consideration and will take account of a number of key factors including the Croke Park Agreement and Government priorities in regard to public service provision.
Employment Control Framework 2010 to 2012*
Functional Classification
|
End 2010 — Ceilings
|
End 2011 — Ceilings
|
End 2012 — Ceilings
|
Total W.T.E.
|
310,172
|
307,869
|
306,805
|
Civil Service
|
37,376
|
37,100
|
36,591
|
Health Sector
|
109,100
|
107,580
|
106,060
|
Education
|
93,706
|
93,806
|
95,009
|
Justice
|
14,808
|
14,777
|
14,746
|
Defence
|
10,776
|
10,736
|
10,706
|
Local Authorities
|
32,237
|
32,212
|
32,187
|
NCSA’s
|
12,170
|
11,658
|
11,505
|
*Figures are based on a whole-time equivalent basis.