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2.

There are of course a variety of other noisy

activities in Hong Kong which need to be controlled and

some improvements and

rationalizations are needed in the

existing rather fragmented legislation dealing with noise. We are therefore preparing a comprehensive Noise Control Bill which I hope will be introduced into this Council before the

end of this year.

3.

I should stress that legislation cannot provide

It is the complete answer to environmental noise problems. at least as important to take steps at the planning stage

To this end, the of projects to reduce unnecessary noise. Environmental Protection Agency advises government departments on the acoustical design of such projects as new housing

estates, schools and roads.

4.

There were 10,581 prosecutions in respect of

excessive exhaust emissions from motor vehicles during the

first eleven months of 1984. Figures for December are not

yet available.

5.

It is not an offence in law for drivers to use

radio networks to warn other drivers of police road blocks. The police are, however, aware of this practice and take measures to limit its effectiveness mainly by shifting the

location of kerbside checking points.

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