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Also referring to its observation, the Committee requests the Government to supply further information on the following points.

Article 10 of the Convention. Number and distribution of labour inspectors. The Committee notes with interest the announcement of a competition to fill 12 labour inspector posts in order to increase the current number of staff, which presently stands at 178 serving inspectors. It would be grateful if the Government would indicate any changes which have taken place in this respect and the geographical distribution of inspectors, by grade and speciality. The Government is also requested to provide figures in respect of the replacement of inspectors who have retired.

Occupational safety and health. The Committee notes that a survey of working conditions and the working environment was due to be conducted in 2006. It requests the Government to supply information on the aim of the survey, the conclusions reached, and also its impact on the role and operation of the labour inspectorate in the future. It would be grateful if the Government would send copies of inspection reports relating to the survey.