The Census and Statistics Department (C&SD) released the latest provisional figures on restaurant receipts and purchases today (November 5). The value of total receipts of the restaurants sector in the thi… read more
The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:
The Legislative Council (LegCo) will hold a meeting on Wednesday (November 7) at 11am, and Thursday (November 8) and Friday (November 9) at 9am in the Chamber of the LegCo Complex. During the meeting, Members will speak on “Motion of Thanks”, to be moved by Ms Starry Lee, which states: “That this Council thanks the Chief Executive for her address.”
Mr Wu Chi-wai, Ms Claudia Mo, Dr Fernando Cheung, Dr Kwok Ka-ki, Mr Andrew Wan, Mr Kenneth Leung and Mr Gary Fan will move separate amendments to Ms Starry Lee’s motion.
During the meeting, Members will also ask the Government 22 questions on various policy areas, all of which require written replies.
The agenda of the above meeting can be obtained via the LegCo Website (www.legco.gov.hk). Please note that the agenda is subject to change, and the latest information about the agenda could be found on the LegCo Website.
Members of the public are welcome to observe the proceedings of the meeting from the public galleries of the Chamber of the LegCo Complex. They may reserve seats by calling 3919 3399 during office hours. Members of the public can also watch or listen to the meeting via the “Webcast” system on the LegCo Website. read more
The Secretary for Home Affairs (SHA), Mr Lau Kong-wah, today (November 5) presented commendation certificates and award pins to 180 persons in recognition of their dedicated services and outstanding contribution to the promotion of community building and social integration, community service, caring for the underprivileged, youth development and building management at the SHA’s Commendation Scheme presentation ceremony.
Mr Lau also commended 24 construction companies and term contractors under the District Minor Works Programme for assuming corporate social responsibility by mobilising large machinery and skilled workers to voluntarily assist in clearing fallen trees and refuse after the passage of typhoon Mangkhut, so as to help to restore the community to normal operation as soon as possible.
Addressing the award presentation ceremony, Mr Lau thanked and complimented the awardees for their selfless contribution towards society, and particularly praised those who voluntarily helped with clean-up efforts after the passage of typhoon Mangkhut.
“The awardees took the initiative to clear the refuse and fallen trees in their neighbourhood, organised people to clear the refuse on beaches, shorelines, country parks and remote islands, and helped needy elderly to clean up their homes damaged by the typhoon. Their selfless devotion is admirable,” he said.
Mr Lau said the awardees have set an example for the community, adding that he believes the commendation scheme will inspire more people to take action to care for society and build a better home for everyone.
The SHA’s Commendation Scheme, introduced in 2002, aims to recognise individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to community building, community service and the development of sport, culture and art.
Mobile Libraries 4 and 11 will suspend services during designated periods in November for routine maintenance, a Leisure and Cultural Services Department spokesman announced today (November 5). Mobile Lib… read more
The effective exchange rate index for the Hong Kong dollar on Monday, November 5, 2018 is 105.4 (down 0.2 against last Saturday’s index).
The effective exchange rate index for the Hong Kong dollar on Saturday, November 3, 2018 was 105.6 (up 0.3 against last Friday’s index). read more