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Decision notice for proposals to alter rateable values sent
The Rating and Valuation Department has now dealt with all proposals received in April and May to alter the rateable values in the valuation lists.
Any applicant who had not yet received a notice of decision on his/her proposal should contact the department immediately on 2805 7666, a spokesman for the department said today (Thursday).
If a rateable value had been altered as a result of a proposal, the amendment and any adjustment to the rates payable would take effect from April 1, the spokesman added.
Such adjustment, if any, will be made in the rates demands as soon as possible.
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Fifty-two government apprentices graduated
A total of 35 craft apprentices and 17 technician apprentices have completed their four-year training and were presented graduation certificates and trophies today (Friday).
They were congratulated by the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services, Mr Hugh Phillipson, for their successful completion of the apprenticeship.
"This is an important milestone in your careers," said Mr Phillipson.
At today's graduation ceremony, the 52 government craft and technician apprentices received their certificates and trophies from Legislative Councillor, Mrs Elizabeth Wong.
Among them were the "Brown" Cup winner, Mr Chan Chi-tuk, the "Laishley" Cup winner, Mr Wong Chi-kwong, and the "Howes" Plaque winner, Mr Cheung Kwok-on, who were praised for their outstanding performance.