XN000022-1974-02-07 — Page 7

Thursday, February 7, 1974

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He emphasised that with the implementation of the scheme there

would still not be a total ban on the movement of goods vehicles to and

from the western side of the New Territories; alternative routes were

still available on Tai Po Road, Route Twisk, and on Castle Peak Road

outside the restricted hours.

Permits may also be issued to allow goods vehicles to move on

this road during the restricted period where this is essential and where

no alternative arrangements can be made.

Applications for permits should be made to the Transport Department

at No. 2 Murray Road, 9th floor, Hong Kong (Murray Road Multi-storey Car

Park Building).

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IMMIGRATION ENQUIRIES BY PHONE

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A direct line has been installed in the enquiry section of the

Immigration Department to meet the growing demand of the public for immigration

information.

The number of the direct line is 5-435118. Anyone who has a question

relating to immigration procedure or who wishes to obtain appropriate application

forms may phone in anytime during office hours.

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The Enquiry Section of the department is located on the 15th floor of

International Building and provides the public with a wide range of facilities,

including general enquiry on immigration matters, form distribution and form

filling advice.

The officer-in-charge of the section is a Commissioner for Oaths and is

authorised to administer statutory declarations for members of the public.