Sixth-term Commission on Poverty convenes third meeting (with photos)
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At the meeting, members were briefed on the progress of preparing the report on the impact of poverty alleviation efforts. The objective of the report is to reflect the substance and impact of the Government's targeted poverty alleviation strategy, and the effect of the Government's major livelihood initiatives in empowering those who can help themselves and supporting those who cannot.
Members noted that the Government allocates substantial resources annually on pro-livelihood measures in four macro policy areas, namely education, healthcare, housing, and social welfare and employment services. These measures help individuals with diverse needs who are not able to support themselves and at the same time, foster an enabling environment for people to fulfil their potential by empowering those who can help themselves. The combined effects of these measures are to increase people's sense of happiness and fulfilment. At the meeting, members offered views on the draft chapter of the Report that covers measures related to social welfare and employment services, as well as public housing. The Government will introduce to CoP the pro-livelihood measures related to education and healthcare policy areas later. The report is expected to be released by mid-2026.
Members also noted the progress and financial position of the assistance programmes funded by the Community Care Fund (CCF). As of the end of March 2025, the CCF endorsed the introduction of 75 assistance programmes. At present, there are 25 ongoing programmes/ programmes to be launched. The Government has regularised 25 CCF programmes, while 25 other programmes have been completed.
Ends/Thursday, June 26, 2025
Issued at HKT 19:00
Issued at HKT 19:00
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