Dear Minister, Letters from a Public Servant

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Tired of all her colleagues whispering in corridors and crying into their beer one public servant decided it was time to talk truth to power. Perhaps if even just one Minister (who seemed to care) was no longer in the dark things might change - she just had no idea how much...

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As a career public servant (although I called myself a government servant, but that's another story), I found Amber Guette's very readable book of letters enthralling.  Each chapter is a new letter; they are easy to read, witty, and at times caustic. Having personally worked closely with 7 ministers and 3 prime ministers in the Executive of the New Zealand Parliament, I was amazed at how much Amber appeared to know of my activities.  I could identify myself, my department, and my Ministers in nearly every letter!  How could she know this? The delightful, easy to read book is the result of research into the public service and government in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.  That's how she knows so much. I recommend this book to everyone who has an interest in democracy and the inner workings of departments and ministers' offices.  

Malcolm Bell, career educationalist and government servant.
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What a fantastic reflection of life as a Public Servant I could only laugh at the accuracy of every page.....from advice being muzzled by those up the chain to restructures (we are going through my 5th one in 6 years right now) to all the stories on the day-to-day struggles it is simply true, humorous and slightly depressing all at the same time! Thank you for writing our story, and I hope every Chief Executive and Minister reads this and learns that the Public Service is just that, here to serve the public! Well done on a fantastic read and a great book! Look forward to Volume 2!!!

Richard T.
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Please, and I mean a super big please… pass a message on to Amber that this is beyond an awesome read. Just amazing, brilliant, wow!

Clark McCarthy
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Powerful, poignant, and punchy. "Dear Minister, Letters from a Public Servant" is a superb reflection on the highs and lows of the current state of affairs of governance worldwide. It highlights issues with wit, humor and tablespoons of introspection whilst offering new and novel ideas for moving forward and creating positive change. Whether you work in the public service or not, you will find chapters that are personal and resonate with aspects of life and work that we have all lived through for better or worse. 10/10 - a must read for anyone who wants to believe in a world where ethical governance is not just achievable but necessary.

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What a fantastic reflection of life as a Public Servant I could only laugh at the accuracy of every page.....from advice being muzzled by those up the chain to restructures (we are going through my 5th one in 6 years right now) to all the stories on the day-to-day struggles it is simply true, humorous and slightly depressing all at the same time! Thank you for writing our story, and I hope every Chief Executive and Minister reads this and learns that the Public Service is just that, here to serve the public! Well done on a fantastic read and a great book! Look forward to Volume 2!!!

Richard T.
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As a career public servant (although I called myself a government servant, but that's another story), I found Amber Guette's very readable book of letters enthralling.  Each chapter is a new letter; they are easy to read, witty, and at times caustic. Having personally worked closely with 7 ministers and 3 prime ministers in the Executive of the New Zealand Parliament, I was amazed at how much Amber appeared to know of my activities.  I could identify myself, my department, and my Ministers in nearly every letter!  How could she know this? The delightful, easy to read book is the result of research into the public service and government in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.  That's how she knows so much. I recommend this book to everyone who has an interest in democracy and the inner workings of departments and ministers' offices.  

Malcolm Bell, career educationalist and government servant.
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