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not be the only factor in deciding pay levels; other factors such as dangerous, unpleasant or exceptionally onerous duties should also be taken into account.

(d) Career Prospects:

4.

There should be greater opportunities for promotion into different grades and promotion should be based primarily on merit.

The Executive Council accepted the Commission's recommendations in August. The Civil Service, which had been widely consulted by the Commission, generally welcomed the Report. The second one dealing with the salary scales of particular grades is expected next month and is eagerly awaited.

Hong Kong and General Department

September 1979

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