EDB clarification

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Regarding online circulation of a "press release" which stated that the Education Bureau (EDB) has already made an announcement on the extension of schools' Chinese New Year holidays, a spokesman for the EDB clarified that the so-called "press release" was entirely a fabrication.

The EDB has already stated earlier today that in view of the latest development of the novel coronavirus infection cases, the bureau is actively discussing with different stakeholders on the implementation of the necessary control and preventive measures, including considering extending the Chinese New Year holidays for schools and other necessary arrangements. The EDB will announce the details as soon as possible and call on members of the public to pay attention to the formal announcement to be made by the bureau.

Ends/Friday, January 24, 2020
Issued at HKT 23:07

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