Statement by the Chief Justice
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The following is issued on behalf of the Honourable Chief Justice, Mr Andrew Kwok-nang Li today (November 22):
"I was deeply saddened to learn that His Honour Judge Richard Day passed away this morning in Queen Mary Hospital. He had fought his illness with courage and fortitude.
"The Judiciary joins me in extending our deepest condolences and sympathies to his wife and family on their bereavement.
"The late Judge Day served the Judiciary with dedication and distinction in the last 16 years as Magistrate and then as District Judge. He was held in high esteem, well respected and well liked by all."
Ends/Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Issued at HKT 15:50
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