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KDZ Factsheet: Public Employment in Europe 

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Author
Prorok, Thomas
Baumgartner, Anna
Editor
KDZ
Year
2026
Category
Public Employment

Public employment refers to all individuals working in government institutions and publicly funded organizations, including central and local governments, education, healthcare, public safety, and social services. These employees play a crucial role in delivering essential services, implementing public policies, and ensuring the functioning and stability of democratic systems. 

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