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(b) The present modus operandi of the Economic Advisory Committee fits its basic remit very well and there is no reason for change. The Committee consists of experts, professionals and experienced practitioners in a wide range of economic affairs and provides advice to the Administration, which then formulates policy decisions. Public accountability therefore should rest with the Administration and not its advisory bodies.

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Strength of medical and related personnel

Following is a question by the Hon Chan Wing-chan and a written reply by the Secretary for Health and Welfare, Mrs Katherine Fok, in the Legislative Council today (Wednesday):

Question

Will the Government provide this Council with a breakdown by rank of the annual actual strength in respect of:

(a)

medical doctors (except those performing administrative duties only);

(b)

nurses;

(c)

allied health professionals;

(d)

and administrative personnel remunerated at a salary point equivalent to point 34 or above on the Master Pay Scale in the Hospital Authority since its establishment in 1991?

Reply

The information requested is as follows:

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