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Assistance for Yeung Hoi-keung being considered
In response to press enquiries, a government spokesman today (Monday) confirms that the Government is actively considering ways to provide assistance for Mr Yeung Hoi-keung to help him tie over his financial predicament.
The solicitor representing Mr Yeung has already got in touch with the Secretary for Security directly.
"We accept that Mr Yeung's case deserves special consideration in recognition of his bravery as a good citizen in fighting crime by apprehending a jewellery shop robber in 1989.
"As a caring Government, we should provide every assistance to ensure a stable living for Mr Yeung and his family in the years to come," the spokesman said.
Accordingly, the Government is exploring the possibility of granting ex-gratia payment on compassionate ground under the Public Finance Ordinance.
In calculating the amount to be granted, the Government will take into account the need to ensure that Mr Yeung and his family can enjoy a stable living notwithstanding his disability.
As regards legal aid costs, the Director of Legal Aid intends to waive the costs although the exact amount has yet to be worked out.
The Director of Social Welfare will support an appeal by Mr Yeung to the Criminal and Law Enforcement Injuries Compensation (CLEIC) Board against the refund to CLEIC. The Board will consider this appeal urgently.
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