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852 845 2129 P.03/12
3. LAW AND ORDER
The Government ig very much aware of public
concern over law and order, especially about armed
robberies. We have taken concrete measures to tackle
the problem by improving our liaison with the Chinese
authorities, strengthening the Police presence on the
streets, investigative and intelligence work, and
exploring new ways of improving recruitment and
retention of Junior Police Officers. These seem to be
yielding results.
We are considering as a matter of
urgency a Police request to improve the arme and
ammunition which Policemen carry. Hope to go to Finance Committee with proposals in mid-June.
The number of
than in March and
last year.
armed robberies was lower in April
lower than the monthly average for
The Police has successfully apprehended
persone involved in a number of serious armed
robberies, e.g. holding charges brought against 8
people alleged to have been involved in the Tai Kok
Tsui shooting incident. Further charges will be made
later. Public support for the Police is vital. Recent
opinion poll evidence suggests that the Police and the Commissioner do have the backing of the community.
4. POLICE PAY AND MORALE
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The community and the Government recognise the role of the Police Force in maintaining law and order and thus helping to ensure the continued stability of Hong Kong. We have taken positive steps
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