Policy Address

Enhancing Technical Support for Building Repair and Maintenance

131.         The Government is very concerned about the problem of bid-rigging in certain building repair and maintenance works, and will tackle the problem by adopting a variety of measures, including enforcement action, support to building owners and publicity and public educational activities.  In this regard, the Government is discussing with the Urban Renewal Authority (URA) the implementation of a pilot scheme by the URA to enhance technical support for owners, which includes providing guidelines and contract samples, arranging professionals to provide independent advice, establishing a tendering platform, etc..  Such support measures will help reduce the risk of bid-rigging.

Manpower Resources

132.         Established to strengthen recruitment of local construction workers, the Construction Industry Recruitment Centre of the Labour Department came into operation this month. 

133.         The Government will, in collaboration with the Construction Industry Council (CIC), provide workers with a clear career ladder, boost skill and professional development, and attract new entrants to the industry. 

134.         The construction industry will implement the requirements of “designated workers for designated trades” under the relevant legislation in April next year.  Together with the industry, the Government will promote tests and registration for skilled workers. 

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