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take account of the particular circumstances of that occupation
in respect of age, experience or education for example, to increase the weighting given to professional qualifications in
occupations where these were seen as particularly important. A
further set of 50 points could be used to give a higher profile
to particular Occupations which were suffering from an
exceptionally high emigration rate compared with other
occupations within the same group (see paragraph 17 below). And
up to 50 points could be used to recognise exceptional merit or
outstanding achievement in individual applicants.
13. Applicants who had obtained a specified standard in the Hong
Kong Certificate of Education Examination in English would be
granted 50 points under the Proficiency in English factor. Those
who could not produce proof of having attained such a standard
would be invited to take an objective test designed to assess their ability in English and appropriate points awarded.
14. Up to 50 points could be scored for British links on the
basis of connections with the UK (residence, education,
substantial investments, close relatives settled here, etc), for
service with British firms, or for civilian or military service
for Her Majesty's Government, the Hong Kong Government or other
British organisations (eg British Trade Commission, British
Council).
15. Points would also be available under the Public/Community
Service category for membership (other than in an official
capacity) of permanent statutory or non-statutory board or committee, or an auxiliary service established by the Hong Kong
Government.
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The points system would provide the selection mechanism for
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