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"It is hoped that these outlets can drive home the anti-drug message to parents as well as young people.
"Parents who suspect their children have got involved in any kind of drug abuse should seek professional advice from social workers or contact the Social Welfare Department's hotline on telephone 2343 2255," she added.
End/Sunday, August 6, 1995
Application for scholarship invited
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Children of farming and fishing families in need of financial assistance to complete their secondary education are reminded to apply early for the Agricultural Products and Marine Fish Scholarship Funds.
A spokesman for the Agriculture and Fisheries Department said applications for the scholarships and grants will close on August 16.
Application forms are obtainable from the department's headquarters on the 12th floor of Canton Road Government Offices, 393 Canton Road, Kowloon, and from various district agricultural and fisheries liaison offices. Applicants must be students in forms 4 to 7 and the awards can be tenable at any secondary school in Hong Kong.
Scholarships may be awarded to students who have achieved a standard of academic excellence, the spokesman said.
"Students may also apply for grants to cover tuition fees and purchase of books. Such submissions will be considered on a financial need basis," he added.
Enquiries about application procedures may be directed to the Secretary of the Agricultural Products and Marine Fish Scholarship Funds Advisory Committee on 2733 2244.
End/Sunday, August 6, 1995
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