Bye Bye Payette! But Why Really?

The Office of the President yesterday announced the retirement from public service of secretary of state Alain Butler-Payette, who had offered his resignation to President James Michel.

Mr Butler-Payette had served as secretary of state under President Michel since 2004. This followed a distinguished career in the diplomatic service during which he served as principal secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and also as an ambassador of Seychelles.

The President has accepted Mr Butler-Payette’s resignation with regret. Commending him for his 25 years of exemplary service to the government and people of Seychelles, he praised Mr Butler-Payette for his integrity, loyalty and commitment to the public service.

President Michel extended his best wishes to Mr Butler-Payette for success in his future undertakings.

In a statement, Mr Butler-Payette expressed his gratitude to the President and his office for the support and cooperation given him during his service to the government as he moves towards new challenges.

Mr Butler-Payette’s resignation takes effect immediately. (SEYNAT)

Letter From Monsieur Payette
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Subject:
Retirement from government service

Date:
Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:47:44 +0400

From:
Alain Butler-Payette


Dear Friends and Colleagues,
I have today submitted my resignation as Secretary of State to President James Michel. He has graciously accepted it.

After twenty-five years in the public service, I feel that it is time to move on to other challenges.

As I leave office, I wish to express my profound gratitude to the President for his unfailing support and for the trust he has placed in me. Similarly, I wish to express to you all my grateful thanks for the support and cooperation you have afforded me throughout all the years we have worked together for the common cause and for the good of the nation.

Rest assured of my support in the challenging tasks which lie ahead.

Yours sincerely and with warmest regards,

Alain Butler-Payette

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RT - We made mention of his impending departure just a few days ago! Mr. Butler-Payette was a loyal supporter but unlike others within the SPPF, he was and is a professional who will be missed within government.