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CHP investigates two suspected food poisoning clusters ******************************************************      The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (February 25) investigating two suspected food poisoning clusters affecting five persons, and reminded the public to maintain personal, food and environmental hygiene to prevent food-borne diseases.        The first cluster involved two females…

Government announces 2021-22 Land Sale Programme (with video) *************************************************************      The Secretary for Development, Mr Michael Wong, today (February 25) announced the Government's 2021-22 Land Sale Programme.             "The 2021-22 Land Sale Programme comprises 15 residential sites capable of providing about 6 000 flats, and three commercial sites which can provide about 478 600 square metres of gross floor…

As I have stated, I take all allegations of misconduct seriously and continue to take strong action on any allegation of misconduct that is brought forward. No matter the rank, no matter the position. February 24, 2021 – Ottawa (Ontario) – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces As I have stated, I take all allegations…

Today, the Department of Finance released draft legislative proposals that would implement technical amendments to ensure these programs better support the businesses and workers who are facing challenges as a result of the pandemic. February 24, 2021 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy…

Today, the Department of Finance released draft legislative proposals that would implement technical amendments to ensure these support programs better support the businesses and workers who are facing challenges as a result of the pandemic. The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy has protected over 5 million jobs and helped businesses, charities and non-profits re-hire workers throughout…

LCQ3: Regulating food trade ***************************      Following is a question by the Hon Tommy Cheung and a written reply by the Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, in the Legislative Council today (February 24):   Question:        One of the functions of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) is…

Transcript of remarks by CS at media session (with video) *********************************************************      Following is the transcript of remarks by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, at a media session at the Legislative Council Complex after the Financial Secretary presented the Budget today (February 24):      First, let me say a…