Sir Humphrey Appleby
Sir Humphrey Appleby is a fictional character from the British television series 'Yes, Minister' and its sequel 'Yes, Prime Minister', which aired in the 1980s. He is portrayed as a clever and cunning senior civil servant known for his bureaucratic prowess and his ability to manipulate political situations to his advantage. The character, played by Sir Nigel Hawthorne, embodies the complexities and challenges of government bureaucracy, often highlighting the tension between political leaders and civil servants. Sir Humphrey's legacy continues to influence discussions on governance and public administration, making him a symbol of the intricate workings of government.
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Consult is one of a planned set of government AI-powered tools that have collectively been dubbed 'Humphrey' after the wily senior civil servant, Sir Humphrey Appleby, from the classic 1980s sitcom Yes, Minister.
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