(1) How many applications for work permits for persons with critical skills have been received (a) in total and (b) per category in terms of the schedule for critical skills for each individual year since 20 October 2009; (2) how many work permits (a) in total and (b) per category in terms of the schedule for critical skills have been awarded; (3) how long does it take to receive a work permit in terms of the schedule for critical skills, from the date upon which an application is handed in until it is received by an applicant?