Poll: Voters wary of AI job cuts despite backing fewer government departments

In a surprising twist, voters are skeptical about the government's plans to cut public jobs through AI, despite generally agreeing that there are too many government departments. This ambivalence highlights a complex relationship with technological change, where people recognize the potential benefits of efficiency but remain cautious about the impact on employment. The underlying concern suggests a need for careful, transparent communication about the future of public service roles in the age of automation.