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Tuesday, February 5, 1974

The new school is located at Cloud View Road near Tin Hau

Temple Road. It has 24 classrooms for over 900 students.

Following is the full text of the Governor's speech:

"Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentleman:

"I am very pleased to be here today to officiate at the formal opening of the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals Lee Ching Dea Memorial College.

"For over a hurdred years, the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals has been known for its provision of medical care for the needy, but its

educational work is equally important. schools with over 12,000 pupils represent a fine contribution, and it has plans for a further thres secondary schools.

Its seven primary and four secondary

"In providing social and educational services for our population, the Government has relied heavily on the co-operation and support of the many voluntary organisations which have become established within our community. The Tung Wah Group of Hospitals has always been one of the leaders in this voluntary partnership with the Government. I am nost grateful for this, and Itand reassured by your address, Mr. Chairman, that the Government can. count your continued co-operation and support

in the years to come.

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"We are well on our way to achieving the targets for post-primary education set for 1976, and we are now formulating our plans for the

14 age next stage. The aim as you know is to ensure that all in the 12 group receive a minimum of three years' secondary education, and that 40% of the 12 - 16 age group will secure places in 5-year courses.

"The modalities .