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E-envoy quits

By Graham Hayday

Published: 5 September 2000 17:21 BST

Alex Allan - the British government's e-envoy - has quit his post for 'family reasons'.

He will leave his position in the Cabinet Office in early October.

In a statement Allan said: "I am sorry to be standing down from the post of e-envoy.

"I have found the job hugely stimulating and it has not been an easy decision.

"I am sure my team and my successor will carry the Government's programme forward with vigour, backed by the clear commitment shown at all levels of Government."

He intends to return to Australia and spend time with his wife, who has been ill for some time.

According to a prepared statement, the government will launch an open competition to appoint a new e-envoy.

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