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At present, practising optometrists without formal training can pursue training causes run by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. We will continue to encourage practising optometrists to update their professional knowledge so that they can fulfil the standard required for registration.
Moreover, the Optometrists Board will continually review the examinations to identify areas where measures can be taken to provide better support and environment for the candidates.
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Proper control on transboundary movement of waste
Following is a question by the Hon Emily Lau and a written reply by the Secretary for Planning, Environment and Lands, Mr Bowen Leung, in the Legislative Council today (Wednesday):
Question:
Will the Administration inform this Council of the total amount of medical and household wastes shipped from the United States for dumping in the territory's landfills in the past three years, and the steps that the Government will take to prevent the shipment of such wastes to the territory for dumping?
Answer:
Mr President.
We are not aware of any cases of medical and household wastes that have been shipped from the United States for dumping in Hong Kong's landfills. Since China tightened up its import controls in April 1996, there have, however, been several instances where medical and household waste intended for recycling or disposal in China has ended up in Hong Kong.