Press Release
The first District Council Ordinary Election after improving the district governance system concluded yesterday (10 December). Over 1.19 million electors cast their votes in the election. On behalf of all Legislative Council (“LegCo”) Members, the President of LegCo, Hon Andrew LEUNG Kwan-yuen, expressed gratitude to every elector who voted to elect a new term of District Council members for building a better community. The election was conducted in a fair, just and legal manner.
LegCo passed the District Councils (Amendment) Bill 2023 in July and witnessed the election held yesterday in a positive atmosphere, with healthy competition among candidates. These are instrumental in reforming the district governance system.
Mr LEUNG believes under the principle of patriots administering Hong Kong, the new term of District Council members will spare no effort to serve the people. He also wishes the new District Council members to do their utmost in discharging their duties, and ensure the operation of District Councils returns to the right track. This is in response to public expectations that District Councils fully utilize the advisory role in assisting the governance of the SAR Government. LegCo looks forward to joining hands with the new term of District Councils to effectively address livelihood issues and work for the well-being of Hong Kong people.
Ends/Monday, 11 December 2023
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