These top quotes came from the surveys taken throughout the conference by Live Group.

Participants were asked: "What's the best thing about working at the Civil Service?"

"Since joining the civil service in 93 it has been a challenge where the organisation has helped me in career education and welfare"

"Freedom to mange your own future with many development opportunities"

"That across the wide range of departments and agencies that we deliver services that really change people's lives for the better (although this isn't always recognised!!)"

"That we are helping to make things better in Society by being instrumental in all the key areas. health, education and inclusion"

"That you are serving the public to the best of your ability with poor resources"

"I've really enjoyed working in the Civil Service. I've had a variety of jobs and made lots of contacts friends"

"It is never the same two days running and I never know what new challenges I will be faced with. Even the name on the front door can change overnight ! The working atmosphere is cooperative rather than competitive which allows us to pool our skills."

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