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There is a classic longstanding debate between the ALP and LNP over efficiency and service in the Public Service

The federal budget has indeed seen a significant increase in public servant numbers under Labor, with over 41,000 additional roles since they came to power This expansion has been framed as a move to reduce reliance on costly consultants and contractors, which had been a hallmark of previous administrations. Labor argues that this shift has saved billions and rebuilt public service capability

Under the LNP, public service cuts were a contentious issue. For instance, during Campbell Newman's tenure in Queensland, around 14,000 public service positions were cut, though the government claimed these were voluntary redundancies or redeployments. The LNP's approach often involved outsourcing work to firms like PwC, which has faced scrutiny over its ethical practices and governance. The ramifications of the PWC disaster are still playing out The LNP's tax policy on multinationals was being sold to the highest bidder while the capability of the public service was diminished