Gus O'Donnell, Baron O'Donnell - There are too many countries where the values we take for granted in our ci

There are too many countries where the values we take for granted in our civil servants simply do not exist. Seeing these values in action, applied with dedication by hardworking individuals, makes me proud to lead a service that is making life better for millions across Britain.

- Gus O'Donnell, Baron O'Donnell

source: "The civil service is not full of fat cats" by Gus O'Donnell, www.theguardian.com. November 10, 2010.