PM hosts public sector reception
14 June 2007
The Prime Minister has hosted a special reception for public sector champions in London.
- Listen to the Prime Minister's comments - mp3, 4.3MB
- Watch footage of the event on the Downing Street YouTube channel
The event, which took place in Lancaster House on Wednesday evening, was attended by around 450 people selected for their outstanding public service.
Opening the reception, Mr Blair thanked those who work in the public services for their dedication, adding that everyone at the event had "done something remarkable".
He said:
"One thing I see wherever I go in our country, about people who work in our public services, is dedication, commitment and professionalism of which the country should be proud."
- Read the transcript of the Prime Minister's comments
- Meet some of the public sector champions at the event
