Vacancy in Tuen Mun District Council
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     The Government declared by notice in the Gazette today (March 4) the existence of a vacant ex officio seat in the Tuen Mun District Council.

     Following the resignation of ex officio member Dr Lau Wong-fat from his office as Chairman of the Tuen Mun Rural Committee with effect from February 22, 2016, the office has become vacant pursuant to section 18 of the District Councils Ordinance (Chapter 547).

     The Tuen Mun Rural Committee will elect its new chairman, who will fill the above vacancy.

Ends/Friday, March 4, 2016
Issued at HKT 10:01

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