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Wednesday, January 17, 1973

There were already a number of qualified child care officers

in the Social Welfare Department, and suitable officers were being

sent for overseas training in child care "in order to build up a

competent and qualified inspectorate."

In addition, the provision of adequate facilities for the

training of nursery workers was also being actively considered.

Mr. Li said the Lady Trench Training Centre was at present

providing a one-year full-time pre-service training course in nursery

work for prospective nursery workers, and short but intensive courses

for the staff of non-profit-making nurseries.

As proposed in the five-year plan, all these courses would

be considerably expanded.

Note to Editors:

LEGCO PROCEEDINGS RECORDED

The proceedings in today's Legislative Council meeting have been recorded. You are welcome to consult

the tapes at the Press Room, Government Information Services.

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