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could be done by Chinese; but more satisfactory training arrangements must first be introduced.
A proportionately greater share of
expenses should fall on parents not domiciled in Hong Kong and no grants should be paid in respect of
their children (excepting the case of British
parents "living in an outpost").
The cost of education beyond a fixed lump
sum provided out of general revenue should be raised
by an education rate.
The Commission's proposals will result in
considerable reductions in staff.
The Diocesan Boys School buildings should
be taken over as the new Central British School, the
Diocesan Boys being transferred to a more humble
building and situation.
set up.
Reorganization is necessary.
A separate Waterworks Department should be
The Colony's water should be price-costed
and charges adjusted to meet costs.
From the engineering standpoint it is
important that the financial year should be altered,
to run from 1st April - 31st March.
The use of Direct Labour should be extended.
Reforms in the system of tenders and
contracts are suggested.
For intermittent work permanent Departmental
staff should not be employed.
Department.
Economies are suggested in the Architectural
Work in the Public Health and Buildings
Ordinance Office would be reduced if plans sent in
by
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