This was highlighted by Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Yusoff bin Haji Ismail, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Religious Affairs, who was speaking during the commemoration of the Civil Service Day in Tutong District. It was held at the hall of the official residence of the Tutong district officer. The Permanent Secretary, who was the guest of honour at the event, went on to say that the department's `human capital' - officers and staff - need to shape up by taking part in various developmental and education programmes.
Civil servants are advised to follow the rules and regulations such as not to accept bribes and misuse authority, the Permanent Secretary added.
Earlier, the Deputy Tutong District Officer stated that the ministry is currently setting up an e-Government project for the convenience of the public. This would also increase the level of professionalism, he added.
The Civil Service Department has introduced training courses in and out of the country for its staff.
The event ended with a reading of the Civil Service Department's oath, led by the Deputy District Officer of Tutong.
Meanwhile, the guest of honour presented retirement certificates to a number of individuals.
Autor: Sha'ari HZ
Quelle: Brunei Direct, 07.10.2004
