Tuesday, March 27, 1973
The committee's terms of reference call for it to keep under
continuous review, and to advise on, the development and phased implementation
of medical and health services in Hong Kong, having regard to all factors
which would determine the progress of expansion.
These factors include the financial implications, the rate of
building construction and the availability of qualified staff.
The committee will also be expected to review, and advise on, the
principles of subvention by which the Government assists the medical
and health facilities provided by voluntary agencies.
Attached to the terms of reference is a remit, from the Governor,
which specifies the requirement for recommendations covering the next
10 years.
Overall Needs
This seeks, among other things, the committee's proposals for a
more even use of government and government-assisted hospital beds, and
asks for an estimate of both the overall needs for doctors and nurses
and the supply to be expected from existing training establishments.
The provision of a schools dental care service is another aspect
which the committee is required to examine. In addition, it is expected
to recommend a target for the number of dentists considered appropriate
to serve both the public and private sectors over the next decade, commenting
on the extent to which overseas training can be expected to contribute
and what training facilities should be provided locally.
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