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"The success of the programme has prompted the Government to extend the programme as early as practicable," he said.

For the first four months of operation, 1,377 job-seekers had registered under the programme and 429 were placed in jobs.

"More than 30 per cent of the registrants found jobs. If those who declined employment offers were taken into consideration, the success rate of job placement would be more than 40 per cent," Mr Ip said. Most successful job-seekers are now working as clerks, office assistants, cleaners and labourers, earning between $4,000 and $13,000 per month.

Mr Ip reiterated that JMP registrants were offered active placement service.

The Placement Officer will conduct an in-depth interview with the registrant to assess his aptitude and capability, briefed him fully on the job market situation and advised on vacancies that suit him.

He will then be referred to selection interviews with employers. If the registrant needs further training to enhance his employment prospect, the officer will recommend him to a retraining course organised by the Employees Retraining Board. Upon completion of retraining, active placement assistance will be given to him.

delay.

Mr Ip urged job-seekers aged 30 or above to register with the JMP without

For enquiries on the programme, please call 2591 1316.

End/Tuesday, August 1, 1995

Employers should observed existing law on retirement scheme

The Office of the Registrar of Occupational Retirement Schemes today (Tuesday) advised Hong Kong employers that they should strictly observe the existing requirements under the Occupational Retirement Schemes Ordinance (ORSO).

Although the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance (MPFO) was passed by the Legislative Council, details of its requirements and commencement date have yet to be finalised. However, employers operating occupational retirement schemes must register their existing schemes with the Registrar, as required by law, before October 15.