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were 116 convictions in 1996 carrying a total fine of $63,350. The line level ranged from $1,000 to $350 with the average level at $550.
The second question raised by Mr. CHAN was already answered by the Chairman. Whether eating dog meat eating should be allowed is not within the ambit of this Council. It has to be discussed at the Legislative Council.
The third question is in fact an innovative idea of Mr. CHAN. He wants to know if the Select Committee will consider it. I think we need to seek advice from professionals and those knowledgeable in this aspect. I wonder if it is appropriate to equate the excretion habits of dogs with those of the human race. As we all know, when dogs do so, they raise a leg. Nothing of that sort is necessary for the human race. Nevertheless, there is a sense of humour for Mr. CHAN to come up with this innovative idea for the Chinese New Year. If the Public Health Select Committee thinks the idea is worth following up, we will certainly consult professionals.
Chairman (in Cantonese):—I am not sure what kind of professionals you are referring to. Medical doctors are not in the line of designing dog napkins. Nevertheless, you may as well take this back to the Public Health Select Committee for Mr. Joseph CHAN to handle.
MR. WU CHI-WAI (in Cantonese):—All along, we have been talking about dog fouling under the supervision of their owners. Very often, dog foulings come from stray dogs too. I want to know from Mr. WONG if we are joining the Agriculture and Fisheries Department in tackling the issue of stray dogs. The problems we face are not only caused by dogs with owners, but very often stray dogs.
MR. WONG KWOK-HING (in Cantonese):—I know that the Department is joining hands with the Agriculture and Fisheries Department in catching stray dogs. However, we rely heavily on citizens to report the whereabouts of stray dogs before we can proceed with catching operations. Let me call on Members to report cases actively.
Mr. Leung Kam-tao (in Cantonese):—I have 2 follow-up questions. The first one is whether we have annual statistics of blackspots to reflect on the increase or decrease of dog fouling problems. As the Vice-Chairman of the Select Committee has left the chambers, I do not want to take up your time further. Maybe I will ask my questions after the meeting. Please proceed, Mr. Chairman.
Chairman (in Cantonese):—The question should be followed up at meetings of the Select Committee.
(6) MS. JENNIFER CHOW KIT-BING asked the following question: --According to press reports, the content of some concerts is indecent and contains obscene
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were 116 convictions in 1996 carrying a total fine of $63,350. The line level ranged from $1,000 to $350 with the average level at $550.
The second question raised by Mr. CHAN was already answered by the Chairman. Whether eating dog meat eating should be allowed is not within the ambit of this Council. It has to be discussed at the Legislative Council.
The third question is in fact an innovative idea of Mr. CHAN. He wants to know if the Select Committee will consider it. I think we need to seek advice from professionals and those knowledgeable in this aspect. I wonder if it is appropriate to equate the excretion habits of dogs with those of the human race. As we all know, when dogs do so, they raise a leg. Nothing of that sort is necessary for the human race. Nevertheless, there is a sense of humour for Mr. CHAN to come up with this innovative idea for the Chinese New Year. If the Public Health Select Committee thinks the idea is worth following up, we will certainly consult professionals.
Chairman (in Cantonese):—I am not sure what kind of professionals you are referring to. Medical doctors are not in the line of designing dog napkins. Nevertheless. you may as well take this back to the Public Health Select Committee for Mr. Joseph CHAN to handle.
MR. WU CHI-WAI (in Cantonese):—All along, we have been talking about dog fouling under the supervision of their owners. Very often, dog foulings come from stray dogs too. I want to know from Mr. WONG if we are joining the Agriculture and Fisheries Department in tackling the issue of stray dogs. The problems we face are not only caused by dogs with owners, but very often stray dogs.
MR. WONG KWOK-HING (in Cantonese):-I know that the Department is joining hands with the Agriculture and Fisheries Department in catching stray dogs. However, we rely heavily on citizens to report the whereabouts of stray dogs before we can proceed with catching operations. Let me call on Members to report cases actively.
Mr. Leung Kam-tao (in Cantonese):—I have 2 follow-up questions. The first one is whether we have annual statistics of blackspots to reflect on the increase or decrease of dog fouling problems. As the Vice-Chairman of the Select Committee has left the chambers, I do not want to take up your time further. Maybe I will ask my questions after the meeting. Please proceed, Mr. Chairman.
Chairman (in Cantonese):-The question should be followed up at meetings of the Select Committee.
(6) MS. JENNIFER CHOW KIT-BING asked the following question: --According to press reports, the content of some concerts is indecent and contains obscene
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