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"The CSD views the bullying of other detainees as a serious infringement of the discipline and security of the centres.
"We have, when sufficient evidence is available, taken action against such 'bullies' and have sought to reduce their malignant influence. This we will continue to do until all screened-out VMs have returned to Vietnam in accordance with internationally-accepted agreements."
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Application for primary one school places
Parents wishing to apply for primary one places in public sector schools for their children next September under the Primary One Admission (POA) System can obtain application forms from today (Monday) to September 27, Senior Education Officer, Mrs Lai Lau Shui-kuen, said.
Application for school entry through POA system in September 1997 is open to all Hong Kong children born on or before December 31, 1991, except those who are studying in a primary school, or those aged six or over and have been allocated a primary one place previously, she said.
"Parents may obtain an application form, information leaflet and explanatory notes from the kindergartens their children studying.
"For children not attending kindergartens, application forms are available at Public Enquiry Service Centre of district offices and offices of the Education Department," Mrs Lai said.
She stressed that if parents wished to apply for a discretionary place for their children, they should submit the completed form and all required documents directly to the government or aided primary school they intend to enter during office hours between September 23 to 27.
The school might either be within or outside the school net in which the child lived. However, parents are strongly advised to select a neighbourhood school in order to reduce unnecessary transport problems and to consider the "points system" while selecting school.