The Queensland Premier has apologised to public servants who were ignored when raising integrity issues.

Former and outgoing public servants have raised serious integrity concerns within the Queensland government.

It comes after a former state archivist alleged he was “directed to mislead parliament” and water down annual reports amid government interference.

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk this week said “some things could have been done better”.

She has ordered director-general Rachel Hunter to write to all public servants, reiterating the Premier’s expectations and highlighting the reporting mechanisms they can use to raise issues.

“There were some people who said that they felt they weren't listened to and I apologise if they feel that way,” Ms Palaszczuk said.

“But we absolutely need to make sure that we have absolute confidence and Queenslanders should have confidence in the robust checks and balances that we have.

“Where we can actually do more, we will.”

She also said she agreed with recent recommendations to separate the integrity commission from the public service commission.

“We look forward to what the committee has to say about that,” she said.

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