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Wednesday, July 11, 1973

There must be more effort spent on the careful planning of construction

works to make the most rational and intelligent use of labour. This development,

he thought, could best serve the interests of labour itself for it would put a

premium on skills and training.

he said.

It does not mean that industry can simply bid higher for labour,

Mr. Robertson went on: "By increasing productivity we can keep

costs down and ensure a reasonable profit. Increased productivity can be

achieved not only by better planning, but by the use of more equipment

and small.

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"Better planning can also save construction materials and expedite

completion, again saving costs and assuring a fair return."

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DANGEROUS BUILDING IN KOWLOON

The Building Authority today declared 15 Yu Chau Street, Kowloon,

to be in a dangerous condition.

In the course of routine inspection it was found that the reinforced

concrete structure of this four-storey pre-war building was badly deteriorated

and beyond reasonable repair.

Because there is a risk of partial collapse, notice of intention to

apply for a closure order in Kowloon District Court at 9.30 a.m. on August 22

was posted today.

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