Took the money just over 3 years ago, put it towards setting up.
It is an over generalisation to say best people are in private sector, though not totally incorrect.
Speaking in my field, many moons ago people in the 'parks' were fully trained/qualified horticulturalists who did a good job and had a pride in their work. Some deadwood but same in any industry.
Then came compulsory competetive tendering. Give the work to the cheapest bidder. An influx of poorly qualified, poorly paid, disinterested employees soon followed.
Its a continuing cycle of cuts then investments depending upon who is in power.