ensure that a promotional visit is paid to all major Government departments by the Civil Service Branch and Labour Department
"So we in the Government have a full programme ahead. I would like to ask employers to join us in these efforts," the Governor said.
End/Thursday, March 2, 1995
Transcript of remarks by FS
Following is the remarks by the Financial Secretary, Sir Hamish Macleod, after his briefing at Home Affairs Department this morning (Thursday):
Good morning,
Well, we had a very full discussion. We ran a bit over time and I wasn't able to stay any longer but I must say the general reaction was very encouraging. I'm grateful to District Board Chairmen for their general support. Of course they have some particular points also to make but the general reaction was very good. There are a few points which I've said we can look into further.
I think still, inevitably, some concern, for example, over traffic congestion in some areas. Clearly, we accept there is a problem, that is why we are consulting on what measures we should take on traffic congestion. But in general I am encouraged and I will go on today explaining what we have done and also listening to reaction. This is an on going process, we have to listen to reaction and reflect it in future measures. So, any questions? Quick ones,
Question: Sir Hamish, can you react to Mr Chen Zuo'er's comment last night?
FS: I'm not going to react.
Question: No, but do you think that he is commenting on the 1996-97, just participate in the study to know the budgetary process or direct participation in the following Budget?
FS: As I said yesterday at the press conference, my aim is not to have public arguments through the press.