Crown Solicitor's Office

81 The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (25 October 2018). Can the Attorney-General advise:

1. Of the breakdown of the $1.8 million saving to the Crown Solicitor's Office? Are the

ongoing savings only attributable to staff, or are there other cuts included?

2. What is the justification for cutting 51 staff?

3. What sections are these staff in?

4. What level are they and what are their job titles?

5. What is the nature of the work they undertake?

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (Treasurer): The Attorney-General has provided the following advice:

1. Efficiency savings may come from staff reductions, and other areas.

2. 2018-19 Budget Paper 5 sets out that the expected full-time equivalent reduction will be 15.

3. Savings relevant to staffing will likely impact on all areas of the Crown Solicitor's Office.

4. This detail is yet to be finalised.

5. This detail is yet to be finalised.