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The presale of uncompleted houses on lots which have been granted to indigenous villagers under the small house policy is a breach of the lease conditions.
We do not consider that the presale of uncompleted small houses should be permitted or legalised. Grants under the small house policy are made, on concessionary terms, to eligible indigenous villagers so as to assist them to improve their living conditions. Hence, restrictions against alienation should be retained. Permission to allow for the transaction of uncompleted small houses will go against the principle of the small house policy.
Prospective purchasers should always approach their solicitors or other professional representatives for advice if they have any doubts before committing themselves to any purchases or handing over any deposits.
The District Lands Office is responsible for the day to day administration of matters including lease enforcement action relating to small house grants. Any deception cases involving small houses would be investigated by the Royal Hong Kong Police Force.
Meal arrangement for school children
Following is a question by the Hon Cheung Man-kwong and a written reply by the Secretary for Education and Manpower, Mr Joseph W P Wong, in the Legislative Council today (Wednesday):
Question:
According to a recent survey on lunch arrangements for school children conducted by the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, there is a rising trend of school children staying in school for lunch and the number of schools using the delivery service provided by lunch box suppliers has also increased. As the choice of food will directly affect the health and physical development of the next generation, will the Government inform this Council whether, and if so how, it will address the recommendations made in the survey report, including: