In addition, although the Committee accepts that there is no deliberate strategy on the part of the Department to leave vacancies unfilled and, indeed, commitments were made to address the high vacancy rate at senior management level and in critical occupations, unspent funds arising from unfilled posts are redirected to operations. In 2011/12, unspent funds in Court Services - largely flowing from vacancies - were shifted to Administration to pay for security costs. But without personnel, the efficient and effective delivery of justice services is likely to be compromised. The vacancy rate, especially at senior management level (almost 20%), is an area of concern. Of course, the Department also requires sufficient funds to ensure that additional staff are adequately accommodated and resourced. The Committee is of the view that the budget cuts are likely to exacerbate the problems that the Department faces in this regard.