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The Secretary for the Civil Service (SCS), Miss Denise Yue, today (November 25) presented awards to 72 civil servants for their meritorious achievements. The Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang, joined them at a cocktail reception to express his appreciation and share their joy.
Extending her warmest congratulations to the awardees from 33 bureaux and departments at the presentation ceremony, Miss Yue thanked them for their contribution to the Government, their departments and the community.
She said, "The Administration highly values the contribution of our civil servants."
"The Chief Executive also mentioned the contribution of civil service colleagues in his recent Policy Address. He pointed out that an effective government relies not only on political talent, but also on a professional and highly efficient civil service."
Miss Yue said that civic awareness among the public has been increasing, leading to rising demands and expectations on the Government. Our civil servants should remain as dedicated as ever to their duties. They should also spare no effort in delivering quality services to the people of Hong Kong and pursue excellence. She is confident that the civil service will continue to serve the public with dedication and commitment, in the spirit of "putting people first".
The Administration is committed to upholding high standards of performance and conduct in the civil service. To enhance performance management and commendation systems, the SCS's Commendation Scheme was introduced in 2004. Through the award, the SCS will, on behalf of the Administration, recognise selected civil servants for consistently outstanding performance. This is the seventh presentation ceremony for the scheme since its introduction.
Ends/Thursday, November 25, 2010
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