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flag WCRC defends 15% staff increase to reduce consultant reliance, amid councillor concerns over costs.

flag The West Coast Regional Council (WCRC) defended its 15% increase in staff numbers, now totaling 92 full-time equivalents, at a recent meeting. flag The council claims the growth is aimed at reducing reliance on consultants, with a continuing mix of staff and consultants to achieve goals. flag Councillor Allan Birchfield challenged the expansion, previously criticizing the council for growing an "unaffordable" bureaucracy.

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