Like a bolt out of the blue (or “out of the blues” if you speak Jose Herrera English) we have just received the news of Chris Said’s resignation from his post of Parliamentary Secretary. I have on previous occasions, had the opportunity to praise the sterling work and promise of PS Chris Said and can only, at this point, express my full solidarity with him in what is definitely a difficult moment in his career. It is no coincidence that Dr Said has chosen to resign from his post as Parliamentary Secretary in order to better be able to defend himself in a “tranquil manner”. The accusations being brought against Said may be of a trivial nature – and we have no reason to doubt Chris Said on this matter – but the best manner to combat them is as Dr Chris Said, divested of his public persona and separate. It may be no coincidence that this is the second Gozitan within months to resign from his public post in order to better defend himself on what may be seen as a trivial matter but still an attack on his reputation nonetheless. We sincerely wish Chris Said all the necessary success in his fight to clear his name. It is unfortunate that there may be a hint of political manipulation behind this attack – this too is PLPN politics.
Good luck Chris Said.
One reply on “Leading by Example – Chris Said”
I know personally Dr Said and therefore express my sympathy with him.
This may well be a case of “legal vendetta” by the opposing party or even by his lawyer. However I have doubts on a political motivation. Professional ethical behaviour between advocates seems to be no longer fashionable but I tend to be sceptical on conspiracy theories.
Regarding the PM’s comments on the case,I think they are political comments showing trust in Dr Said as parliamentary secretary. Having said that, I believe everyone has a right to comment on judicial proceedings.