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50 organisations to hold flag days in 1995
A total of 50 organisations will hold flag days to raise funds on Saturdays next year, starting from January 7, a spokesman for the Social Welfare Department said today (Tuesday).
Members of the public can call the department's hotline 343 2255 or the Hong Kong Council of Social Service's 866 8123 in case of doubt.
The spokesman appealed to organisers to take precautions against any possible fraud.
"Sellers should display the permit or carry copies of the permit for inspection upon request if the fund-raising is mobile," he added.
The spokesman also advised them to prepare guidelines for sellers, setting out the places and the times for selling and the collection points for bags,
Organisers should inform the Police in case of loss of property, and seek their help when fraudulent acts, such as tampering of collection bags or making unauthorised selling, are found.
added.
"The last flag day this year will be held on December 31 (Saturday)," he
The flag days for 1995 are:
Date
Organisation
January 7
Hong Kong Playground Association
January 14
The Maryknoll Medical and Welfare Association (Our Lady of Maryknoll Hospital)
January 21
Chai Wan Baptist Church
January 28
KELY Support Group
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