Policy Address

Expediting the Processing of Applications for Labour Importation in Construction Industry

135.         According to a CIC forecast, there will be a shortage of about 10 000 to 15 000 skilled workers in the construction industry for the coming few years.  While we will strive to provide training and attract local workers to join the industry, there is still a genuine need to import workers to cater for our development needs, on the premise of according priority to local workers in employment and safeguarding their wage levels. 

136.         The Government will review the effectiveness of the enhancement measures under the Supplementary Labour Scheme to ensure the sustainable development of the construction industry.

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