HONG KONG LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL
28 June 1989
香港立法局
一九八九年六月二十八日
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supplementary question, there is a sort of quizzical, puzzled expression that goes over his face, slow rising to the feet, which is always the prelude to a clear, straightforward and informative answer.
I am sure that Members will wish to join me in thanking Mr. BRIDGE most warmly for his efforts and to wish him a very happy retirement and also Mrs. BRIDGE who will, I am sure, continue to provide advice on speeches and general public relations for the BRIDGE family. (laughter)
MR. ALLEN LEE: Sir, Members indeed wish to join you in the warm tribute you have paid to Mr. Ronald BRIDGE. Mr. BRIDGE was first appointed to this Council in August 1977. He then became a Member of this Council as the Secretary for Education and Manpower in 1986. With his 32 years' service in the Civil Service, few civil servants can match his rich and varied experience in the Hong Kong Government, particularly in the field of labour.
Deep in the minds of all of us here today is Mr. BRIDGE's patience, graciousness and above all his sincerity and readiness with which he disposes himself to listening to others' views. He has always responded positively to recommendations and suggestions made by Members. It is no exaggeration for me to say that he has effectively performed the role of being a "bridge" between the Administration and my colleagues. I am sure that these qualities have played no small part in helping him deal with a number of important issues, such as the development of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, the establishment of the Open Learning Institute and the Occupational Safety and Health Council.
Mr. BRIDGE is soon retiring from this Council and from the Civil Service. We all wish him and his wife, Olive, a happy retirement in the many years to
come.
Adjournment and next sitting
HIS EXCELLENCY THE PRESIDENT: In accordance with Standing Orders I now adjourn the Council until 2 pm on Wednesday, 5 July 1989.
Adjourned accordingly at fifteen minutes past Six o'clock.
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