Gov. Maura Healey said she plans to freeze hiring across executive branch agencies and departments later this month in response to “widespread economic uncertainty” at the national level and a “tightening budget outlook” for the next fiscal year.

The freeze announced this week includes carve-outs for public safety personnel and direct care positions, Gov. Maura Healey reiterated Thursday.

Governor Maura Healey’s office is putting a pause on executive branch hiring as Massachusetts braces for potential trouble ahead.