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Launched last November, he said, the scheme had been well received by producers, retailers and consumers.
Dr Lee was pleased to note that the 18 pig raising and agricultural credit co- operative societies had continued to take an active part in promoting local pig production.
The Federation of Pig Raising Co-operative Societies had also been actively reflecting members' views to the Government, thereby contributing to the smooth implementation of the Livestock Farm Licensing Scheme, he added.
Turning to the fishermen's co-operative societies, Dr Lee said they had developed steadily in the previous financial year.
"Savings of their members have continued to contribute to the build-up of the capital of their revolving loan funds, which now stand at $7.3 million. Loans totalling $21 million were granted to members during the year, mainly for the building of new fishing vessels and the purchase of fishing equipment," he said.
Dr Lee also took the opportunity to present meritorious and long service awards to 10 staff in recognition of their contribution to Hong Kong's co-operative movement.
End/Saturday, July 8, 1995
Dental services and reimbursement for welfare recipients
In response to press enquiries about the average waiting time for Comprehensive Social Security Assistance recipients for receiving dental services and receiving reimbursement, a spokesman for the Social Welfare Department today (Saturday) said: "The average waiting time for receiving dental treatment is eight working days from the date of request for a dental appointment.
"The waiting time for receiving reimbursement of charges for dental services is nine working days from the date of submission of the cost estimate to the department.
"In emergencies, dental services and reimbursement of charges can be provided within one or two working days."
End/Saturday, July 8, 1995
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