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* In respect of the cross-border coach service, the proposed daily number of crossings between Hong Kong and China and crossing time at the Control Point (new applications for using the Lok Ma Chau Control Point will not be permitted to cross the Border Control Point earlier than 10 am), detailed routeing and terminal) facilities on Hong Kong side;
* Relevant experience in operating similar transport services;
* Details of partnership arrangements such as names and addresses of Hong
Kong and partners in China; and
Approval-in-principle documents issued by relevant Chinese authorities for
providing cross-border coach or hire car services.
The closing date of applications on the Hong Kong side is October 30, 1995.
Applications may be lodged in person or by post.
Applications are subject to approval at the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Joint Sub- Working Group Meeting on Cross Border Transport Services. Further enquiries can be made to Ms Rhoda Wong on 2804 2578.
End/Monday, October 16, 1995
Landslip preventive measures information notes
The following are the main points given by the Secretary for Works, Mr Kwong Hon-sang, during a visit to a Landslip Preventive Measures site in Kwai Chung and a media session this (Monday) morning:
* Work on the Landslip Preventive Measures (LPM) programme is being speeded up. The aim is to complete the programme for the 1977-78 Catalogue of Slopes in five years, 10 years ahead of the original target.