Policy Address

XI. Culture, Leisure and Municipal Services

Culture, Recreation and Sport

241.         The Government continues to press ahead with the West Kowloon Cultural District project.  The Nursery Park was open to the public last year.  The Government will launch a $300 million Art Development Matching Grants Pilot Scheme, under which the amount of private donation and sponsorship secured by local art groups will be matched by grants. 

242.         The month-long free museum admission under the “Appreciate Hong Kong” Campaign has been well received by the public.  The Government has decided to make free admission to the permanent exhibitions of designated LCSD museums a standing practice. 

243.         I have decided to implement the proposal in my Manifesto and appoint the Deputy Secretary for Home Affairs responsible for sports policies as the Commissioner for Sports to co-ordinate cross-bureau or cross-departmental sports initiatives.

244.         Commenced in last August, the detailed preparatory works for the Multi-purpose Sports Complex at Kai Tak are expected to be completed next year. 

245.         The Government will formulate a career programme for retired athletes, under which schools and national sports associations will be subsidised and encouraged to employ retired athletes.  This will help the athletes build a solid foundation for their career plans and future development, and assist schools and national sports associations in promoting sport and nurture sporting talent. 

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