"Warts and all" transparency key to rebuilding public trust, says civil service chief
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"Warts and all" transparency key to rebuilding public trust, says civil service chief
• The head of Guernsey's civil service said more openness and scrutiny would be key to rebuilding public trust, as he promised a "warts and all" assessment of government projects.
• Boley Smillie, Chief Executive & Head of the Public Service, said the States would publish a detailed update on its major programmes, giving a clearer picture […]
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