SCS visits Home Affairs Department (with photos)
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     The Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Joshua Law, visited the Home Affairs Department today (June 6) to learn more about the work and services provided by the department and meet with staff of various grades.

     Accompanied by the Permanent Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Thomas Chow, Mr Law met with the Director of Home Affairs, Miss Janice Tse, and the directorate staff to get an update on the department's work in enhancing communication between the Government and all sectors of the community as well as advocating the development of district administration.

     Mr Law then visited the Race Relations Unit to learn about the colleagues' work in providing support services for ethnic minorities to help them integrate into the community and disseminating the messages of cultural diversity.

     Mr Law later proceeded to the Wan Chai District Office (WCDO) to know more about the community activities co-organised by the WCDO and its liaison with the District Council. He also visited the Wan Chai Home Affairs Enquiry Centre, where he was briefed on its general enquiry and declaration services for members of the public.

     Before concluding his visit, Mr Law met with staff representatives of various grades at a tea gathering to exchange views on matters that concerned them. He expressed appreciation for colleagues' dedication and efforts in providing services for the public, and encouraged them to continue to maintain close ties with all sectors of the community.

Ends/Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Issued at HKT 16:00

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