CBI CLEARS THE WAY
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• In a new book written particularly for smaller and medium-sized companies the CBI charts the labyrinth of Government departments in Whitehall, and elsewhere in London and the regions.
It depicts the true civil servant as one who has a genuine desire to see closer relations with companies and to hear their views — unlike the devibus Sir Humphrey, as portrayed in the television series Yes, Prime Minister.
The guide was written for the CBI by Cyril Coffin, who was himself a civil servant for 30 years before heading the Food Manufacturers' Federation as Director General. He explains that more than 20,000 key civil servants are ready to offer free help and advice to Britain's businessmen and women.
Working with Whitehall, is available from CBI Publication Sales Department, Centre Point, 103 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1DU, priced at £3.50.