Someone called the office this morning to ask about an event taking place next year. Here's the gist of the conversation:
Caller (with fake English accent): Good morning. There is this (XXX) transportation conference taking place next year.
Me: Ok, cool. This is the one the Minister is going to officiate right?
Caller: Yes, he is. You are the Special Task Officer. So, you are involved in planning for public transportation, right? It'd be great if you could come along.
Me: Yes, I usually follow the Minister for Ministry-related events.
Caller (sounding excited) : Great. We have this early-bird discount. Now, here's how it works...
Me: NO, I am not going to attend the conference proper. I'll just be accompanying the Minister, that's all.
Caller: Ohhh... (silence). Errr, if that's the case, lemme check with.... errr (rummaging through some documents) Mr Ong.. Tay.. Keart. Thank you.
What a way to start a Monday morning.... And I have no inkling how someone who doesn't quite know the Minister's name intend to get in touch with him.
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