5
12.
and
consideration would be
their
4
above,
retirement
but
special
given if benefits
calculated as Category A officers
are disadvantageous to them.
make
The Director of Accounting Services will adjustments to the retirement/death benefits in accordance with the methods mentioned in paragraph 11 above.
Administrative arrangements
13.
In confirming officers in the Artisan and Senior Artisan segments to the permanent establishment in accordance with the arrangements set out in the preceding paragraphs, Departments should issue confirmation letters to the officers concerned and copies should be sent to the Director of Accounting Services for necessary action.
14.
an
the
Departments are also reminded to apply the appointment code appropriate to an officer holding established office when submitting input forms to Director of Accounting Services for new recruits.
Enquiries
15.
be
Enquiries concerning the circular should addressed to the Departmental Secretaries who, if in doubt, should contact the appropriate subject officers in the Departmental Divisions of the Civil Service Branch. Enquiries on retirement/death benefits as referred to in paragraphs 10-12 should be addressed to Mr. CHAN Yiu-chee of the Treasury at telephone no. 829 5110.
(Arthur HO)
for Secretary for the Civil Service
C.C. Branch Secretaries, Government Secretariat
Registrar, Supreme Court
Secretary, Public Service Commission