In July 2019 total government employment increased by 65 persons (0.1%) compared to the corresponding month of 2018 and reached 52,069 persons. According to the Statistical Service, permanent staff decreased by 439 persons (-1.5%), while casual staff increased by 4.9% and reached 15,318 persons compared to 14,604 persons in July 2018. Compared to July 2018, there is an increase of staff in both the Civil Service and in Education. The largest increase is observed in Education (1.2%) and more specifically in the …