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ON
Friday, September 15, 1972
After receiving the scroll the Governor said: "It gives me very much
pleasure to accept this Declaration of the Decade of Rehabilitation. It is
a symbol of the deep concern that exists in the world for disabled people.
"We in Hong Kong share this concern.
"In this field we have very substantial problems. We already have
extensive medical and educational facilities for the physically handicapped
and mentally retarded, and other schemes including priority for housing and
assistance and counselling for social adjustment - to name a few.
"But our services are still insufficient to cater for all those in
Hong Kong who need them, and we are addressing ourselves to the problem of an
adequate expansion programme. In this programme the Government and the voluntary
agencies will both have major parts to play.
"I am grateful for your visit which will be an encouragement to all working
in this important field."
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