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Trade chief comments on promotion supersession
In response to press enquiries concerning the announcement that he would be superseded for promotion to Secretary with effect from June 1, the Director-General of Trade, Mr Tony Miller, said this (Tuesday) afternoon he was pleased with the announcement which reflected Government's recognition of his performance.
"I recognise the constraints imposed by transitional arrangements. Nevertheless, I am pleased to have this recognition of my abilities. And I look forward to continue serving the community in my new capacity as the Director of Housing," Mr Miller said.
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Further amendments to Buildings Ordinance proposed
The Governor-in-Council has approved further amendments to the Buildings (Amendment) (No 3) Bill 1995 to better ensure safety at construction and demolition sites.
A government spokesman said today (Tuesday) the most significant change to the Bill would be the introduction of the specific requirements of a supervision plan before building works might commence.
The two main objectives of the Bill are to strengthen safety measures at construction sites and to promote self-regulation by building professionals and
contractors.
Following extensive discussion at the Bills Committee and separate further consultation with professional bodies, the Administration recognised the need for a supervision plan as the safety of buildings and demolition works depended very much on the adequacy of site supervision provided during the construction stages, the spokesman said.
"The supervision plan proposed will set out the level of supervision requirement for each type of building works.