Civil servants asked for ways to save money
Members of the Civil Service have been given a new way of suggesting how Government can save money.According to a press release this afternoon, a new Suggestion Box has been set up — an intranet website designed to enable civil servants to submit ideas for savings within individual government departments. It is an initiative of the Cabinet Office and Ministry of Finance.The press release said: “Civil servants have been given the option to post suggestions either confidentially or by providing their name if they desire follow up. As an intranet design, the site is only accessible to government users.”A government spokesperson said the civil service has learned on numerous occasions that the best ideas come from within. “The Civil Service, like private sector employers, is especially mindful of restraining growth in spending during these challenging times. This website is designed to encourage all Civil Servants to be a part of the process.”The public is also being encouraged to continue offering suggests on how the government can be more fiscally prudent. Public suggestions can be emailed to the Bermuda Government on savings@gov.bm.The spokesperson added that the Government will review all suggestions and due consideration given to those that will help utilise public monies more efficiently.* How would you suggest Government save money? Email suggestions to news@royalgazette.bm or leave a comment here.