CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address

​The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, visited Wong Tai Sin District today (September 14) to tour a community pharmacy, a Chinese medicine services centre and the District Health Centre (DHC) to learn more about the primary healthcare facilities and services in the district. He also interacted with local residents and service users to listen to their views on the upcoming Policy Address.

The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau; the Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak; and the Director of Home Affairs, Mrs Alice Cheung, joined relevant parts of the visit.

Accompanied by the District Officer (Wong Tai Sin), Mr Thomas Wu, Mr Lee and the officials first visited the PHARM+ Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Community Pharmacy to learn more about its service areas and daily operation, including its drug consultation and health advice services provided for people who require regular medication.

Mr Lee then visited the Sik Sik Yuen Chinese Medicine Services Centre and interacted with its patients to understand the centre's Chinese medicine and integrated Chinese-Western medicine services.

After that, Mr Lee visited the Wong Tai Sin District Health Centre to observe the range of services, including health risk factors assessment, chronic disease screening and community rehabilitation services, provided by the centre. He also interacted with healthcare staff and participants of the Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme to learn more about the services and effectiveness of the promgamme.

Mr Lee said that the current term Government has been progressively revamping the healthcare system to actualise the objective of the Primary Healthcare Blueprintof shifting the focus of the healthcare system from its present treatment-oriented, hospital-based structure to a prevention-focused, community-based one. He said that the setting up of DHCs is an important step in strengthening the primary healthcare system. With more than 290 000 members joining the DHCs and DHC Expresses across the city, it reflects that the DHCs have been gradually building a primary healthcare service network which begins to take shape in the community.

Afterwards, Mr Lee and the officials went to a local Chinese restaurant to participate in an event organised by district groups. They celebrated the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and Mid-Autumn Festival with the elderly and members of the District Services and Community Care Team in Wong Tai Sin. Mr Lee also interacted with local residents to listen to their views on Government's policies.

"I have felt citizens' passion for Hong Kong and have gained a better understanding of their needs and thoughts through our exchanges. My team and I will continue to visit different districts to meet with representatives from various sectors and listen to their opinions, with a view to building a vibrant economy for a caring community," Mr Lee said.

The public consultation exercise for the 2024 Policy Address was launched in mid-July. Mr Lee appealed to members of the public to actively give their views on issues of their interests to the Government.

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CE visits Wong Tai Sin District to gather public views on Policy Address Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day

​The Civil Aid Service (CAS) held the Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day at the CAS Yuen Tun Camp today (September 18). The event was officiated by the District Officer (Tsuen Wan), Mr Billy Au, and the Chairman of the Tsuen Wan Rural Committee, Mr Yau Kam-ping.

Located in Yuen Tun Tsuen, Tsing Lung Tau, Tsuen Wan, the history of Chung Old House can be traced back to the 1780s, when the Chung family used to live and farm in the area of Yuen Tun. In 1973, the Yuen Tung site was allocated by the Government to the CAS and has been used for training purposes since then. The Chung Old House was revitalised as a national museum in 1981, and was classified as a Grade 3 historic building in 2010. At present, the Chung Old House still possesses its original architectural features, and retains a collection of agricultural and household artefacts.

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the CAS held an open day for the public to visit the Chung Old House to deepen their understanding of the local history and reflect on how Chinese culture could be preserved in modern society. More than 200 Tsuen Wan residents, retired CAS members and CAS cadets participated in the event, during which the CAS Volunteer Team provided assistance.

Addressing the event, Mr Au said it is a meaningful occasion for the public not only to celebrate the National Day, but also explore the roots of the nation and learn more about its history and culture so that the tradition can be preserved and thrive. He encouraged the public to preserve and cherish the precious cultural heritage together.

Also speaking at the event, the Chief Staff Officer of the CAS, Mr Leung Kwun-hong, said the CAS Yuen Tun Camp built in 1977 has been a vital training facility and an important cradle for future CAS talent and Hong Kong society. He said that the CAS hopes to promote national spirit through the appreciation of historical buildings and cultural legacies during the Open Day.

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CAS holds Celebrating the National Day and Exploring the Past: Yuen Tun Chung Old House Museum Open Day Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases