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The Information Services Department (ISD) has today (August 1) launched its new-look website www.isd.gov.hk.
"Surfing the website will give you a full picture of the varied work undertaken by ISD colleagues," said the Director of Information Services, Mr Patrick Nip, in his welcome message.
The website has a more streamlined and graphic-oriented interface on the landing page to provide a better user experience and help visitors easily access a wide range of news and information about the department and its work.
Shortcut buttons for "Press Releases", "Videos", "Webcasting", "TV Announcements" and "New Publications" provide direct access to information in text, photo and video formats.
A new "Photo Sales" link makes it easier to access information on ISD's Photo Library, one of the largest and most important photo archives in Hong Kong.
Another new element is the "Photo Gallery", which highlights the work of the department's photographers with more than 500 photos from ISD's photo records.
Photos include those from ISD publications and websites, including yearbooks, calendars, overseas exhibitions and the Brand Hong Kong photo book.
"I hope that you enjoy visiting our website and I welcome any comments or suggestions you may have," Mr Nip said.
Ends/Friday, August 1, 2014
Issued at HKT 18:55
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