​A spokesman for the Legal Aid Department (LAD) said today (September 5) that the Director of Legal Aid, Mr Chris Chong, had tested positive for COVID-19 through a rapid antigen test. He is undergoing isolation in accordance with the guidelines of the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health.

     Mr Chong last went to work on September 2. He wore masks and followed relevant disease prevention measures at work, including conducting rapid antigen tests daily. He has no recent travel history.

     The LAD has conducted thorough cleaning and disinfection operations at the office concerned and will continue to implement disease prevention measures vigorously. 

Ends/Monday, September 5, 2022
Issued at HKT 18:45

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