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The Government Apprentice Training Scheme was introduced in 1969 with an aim to providing trained craftsmen and technicians for both the Government and the community.
The scheme is being run by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department. jointly sponsored by the Water Supplies and Fire Services departments.
Apprentices are required to complete a four-year training which include both theoretical learning and practical work through studying at technical institutes and attachments to the various workshops of the participating governments.
So far, over 2,274 craftsmen and 750 technicians have successfully completed their training and are making valuable contribution to meeting the needs of various industries in Hong Kong.
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Tenders invited for two public works projects
The Architectural Services Department is inviting tenders for two public works projects.
The first project comprises improvement works to six existing public toilets under the Regional Council at Kam Tin Bor Tei and San Tin in Yuen Long, Shek Tsai Po Street in Tai O, Sheung Shui Wai and Luen Cheong Street in North district and San Hing Back Street in Cheung Chau.
The works include improvement to toilet facilities, drainage system, ventilation system, lighting, floor surface as well as signage.
1997.
The project will begin in early December this year for completion in April
The second project relates to the extension and conversion works, including associated drainage, for three existing aided schools.
The project is part of the school improvement programme and works will start in January 1997 for completion in 10 months.