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fulfil its functions to
accomplish the Long Term Housing Strategy. The amendments proposed in the Bill do not change the fact that the Housing Authority must abide by the policies in
housing that have been approved
position under the existing different from the Housing Ordinance
that the
by
Government.
itwas.
This
is
no
I have heard suggestions by some members of the public reforganization of the Housing Authority is an indication that Government will diminish its commitment on public housing. There is nothing in the Housing
the Housing (Amendment)
(Amendment) Bill 1988 in the proposed reorganisation of the Housing Authority to suggest that that would be the case.
this
On the contrary, it is encouraging to note that the Long Term Housing Strategy will enhance the scope of our housing programme. Public housing in Hong Kong is a vital element of the social services available to our community. It is up to us as
Members to monitor and to ensure that Government will continue its commitment on public housing through the Housing Authority.
Sir, with these remarks, I support the. motion.
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