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主席，作為社福界的議員，我經常說"服務跟災難走"是一個悲劇，但如果本港的惡法是因災難而來，將會是一個更差的悲劇。
President as a Member of the social welfare sector I often say that it is a tragedy to have services following disasters but it would be an even worse tragedy to have a draconian law following disasters in Hong Kong
主席，要談的道理，很多同事今天都談了，但我忍不住仍要回應一下議事堂內一些建制派同事虛偽或指鹿為馬的言論。
President many colleagues have already talked about the principles that have to be reasoned with and yet I cannot help but respond to the hypocritical comments and deliberate misrepresentations of the pro - establishment colleagues in this Chamber
很明顯，政府、特首林鄭月娥以至李家超局長今次借去年台灣的殺人慘案，"消費"死者及她的家庭，從而達至他們的政治目的，這是不道德的。
Obviously the Government Chief Executive Carrie LAM as well as Secretary John LEE are piggybacking on the homicide in Taiwan last year and taking advantage of the victim and her family to attain their political objective . It is just immoral to do so
他們有否聽過鄧小平"河水不犯井水"的承諾？
Have they heard of DENG Xiaopings promise of river water not encroaching on well water?
當日對香港莊嚴的"一國兩制"承諾，要香港無論在經濟以至法治方面均獨立運作，原因是甚麼？
The solemn promise of one country two systems was made years ago to ensure that Hong Kong would operate independently with respect to its economy and its governance under the rule of law . Why was this promise made?
你以為過去國內的領導人是傻子嗎？
Do you think that the leaders of our country in the past were fools?
很簡單，無論過去、現在或我相信可見將來的一段很長時間內，香港法治制度的水平仍會遠超中國內地，否則本港的商界朋友、在席的同事何須如此害怕？
The answer is very simple . I believe that in the past at present and in a very distant future the level of rule of law in Hong Kong has always been and will still be more advanced than that of Mainland China . Otherwise why are people from the business sector in Hong Kong including our colleagues present here so frightened?
政府的政治動機已經昭然若揭，還在強詞奪理，李慧琼議員剛才還替局長辯護，有沒有搞錯，指鹿為馬到此地步？
With its political motive already laid bare the Government still argues by giving far - fetched reasons . Ms Starry LEE still defended the Secretary just now . What were they doing?
主席，還有另一種方法，香港大律師公會之前指出，可以修訂《刑事司法管轄權條例》。
How dare they talk black into white like that! . President as pointed out by the Hong Kong Bar Association there is another way to deal with the case which is to amend the Criminal Jurisdiction Ordinance
為何政府不肯考慮其他方案，偏要選擇一種既不能達致實務效果，無法移交台灣慘案中的疑犯，將來亦會引起更多問題的做法？
Why does the Government refuse to consider other options but choose an approach that cannot achieve the practical effect of surrendering the suspected offender of the Taiwan homicide to Taiwan but will give rise to many problems in the future?
主席，有同事剛才提到為何香港人如此擔心？
President some colleagues have explained why Hong Kong people are so worried
我相信大家仍猶有餘悸，大家還記得銅鑼灣書店事件、"洗頭艇事件"，而國內的人權、法治狀況是怎樣的？
I believe people still shiver when recalling the Causeway Bay Books incident and the shampoo boat incident and thinking about what the conditions of human rights and rule of law in the Mainland are like
我們是否希望香港市民被亂扣帽子、被誣衊違反某法例，接着被逮捕到內地？
Do we want to see Hong Kong citizens being pinned labels arbitrarily wrongly accused of violating a certain law and abducted to the Mainland?
最後，作為總結，我希望李家超局長懸崖勒馬。
Finally as a conclusion I wish Secretary John LEE will stop before it is too late
"林鄭"假憐憫、真狠毒，若李家超局長真的要伸張公義，不要借此慘案"過橋"。
Carrie LAM pretends to be merciful but is genuinely malicious . If Secretary John LEE truly wishes to do justice to Hong Kong people he should not piggyback on this homicide
剛才議員已指出兩種方法，即與台灣討論單次引渡協議，並修訂《刑事司法管轄區條例》，已足可解決台灣慘案移交犯人的問題。
Members have already pointed out two ways to deal with it that is to negotiate a single extradition agreement and also amend the Criminal Jurisdiction Ordinance which are sufficient to solve the problem of surrendering the offender in the homicide to Taiwan
即使《條例草案》獲得通過，我相信他與"林鄭"出賣香港一事將會釘在香港歷史的"耻辱柱"上。
Even if the Bill is passed I believe that he and Carrie LAMs betrayal of Hong Kong will be nailed to the Pillar of Shame in Hong Kongs history
不少知名的全球性特許經營商也在香港開業，亦有本地的商品和服務採用這種模式經營。
Many well - known global franchise brands have a presence in Hong Kong and there are also home - grown products and services using the franchising model for operation
特許經營商與特許加盟商的合作是商業關係，根據雙方同意的合約而訂定，受合約法，包括普通法及適用法例，例如《失實陳述條例》所規管。
The cooperation between franchisors and franchisees is a commercial relationship based on the contract agreed between both parties which is governed by the law of contract including the common law and applicable legislation for example the Misrepresentation Ordinance
香港現時與特許經營有關的合約法運作良好，政府並無計劃訂定專項法例或制度規管相關的商業行為。
The current contract law related to franchising in Hong Kong has been functioning effectively . The Government has no plan to introduce dedicated legislation or system to regulate the relevant business activities
基於尊重締約自由的原則，政府亦不宜透過限制雙方合約內容或形式，或強制訂定合作安排等方式介入特許經營商和特許加盟商之間的商業運作和糾紛。
Under the principle of respect for freedom of contract it is not appropriate for the Government to intervene into the commercial operations and disputes between franchisors and franchisees by restricting the substance or format of contracts between parties or imposing specific arrangements for cooperation etc
至於保障消費者的法例，顧名思義，其主要目的是維護消費者的合理權益。
Regarding consumer protection legislation its main purpose is to protect the legitimate interest of consumers as its name suggests
特許加盟商從事的是商業行為，所面對的投資及營商風險，不宜亦不能以消費者保障的法例處理。
Franchisees conduct commercial activities . The associated investment and business risks they bear should not and could not be dealt with by consumer protection legislation
政府的一貫政策是為各行各業提供有利的營商環境，以及適切的支援，讓業界發揮所長。
It has been the Governments policy to provide an environment conducive to businesses and render suitable support to various sectors for the development of the trade
工業貿易署為中小企業提供多方面的支援，包括成立中小企業支援與諮詢中心。
The Trade and Industry Department TID provides various support services to the small and medium enterprises SMEs including the establishment of the Support and Consultation Centre for SMEs SUCCESS
中心與工商組織、專業團體、私人企業和其他政府部門合作，為中小企業提供免費的營商資訊和諮詢服務。
SUCCESS provides SMEs with information on business operation and consultation services free of charge in collaboration with industrial and trade organizations professional bodies private enterprises and other government departments
中心的"問問專家"業務諮詢服務，為中小企業約見專家，在不同經營範疇，包括特許經營提供意見。
Through the Meet - the - Advisors Business Advisory Service of SUCCESS SMEs can consult experts on their opinions on various aspects of operating a business including franchising
中心的中小企業"營商友導"計劃，則安排新進的中小企業東主就不同行業，包括特許經營，以一對一形式向經驗豐富的企業家及專業人士請教營商技巧。
The SME Mentorship Programme of SUCCESS enables SME entrepreneurs at the early stages of business development in various industries including franchising to learn business techniques from experienced entrepreneurs and professionals in a one - on - one setting
中心亦有舉辦有關特許經營的研討會，由嘉賓講者講解透過特許經營發展業務時應注意的事項，以及一般而言總店給予加盟商的支援，並分享如何成功發展特許經營網絡和探討中小企業選擇成為加盟商時應考慮的因素等。
SUCCESS have also organized seminars on franchising with speakers highlighting points to note when expanding business through franchising the general support provided to franchisees as well as sharing their experience in developing a successful franchise network and exploring important factors for SMEs to consider when choosing to become a franchisee etc
工業貿易署會繼續推行及優化這方面的服務。
TID will continue to implement and enhance services in this area
展覽會為有意引入或加盟特許經營品牌的企業或人士提供一站式平台，讓他們物色特許經營品牌、尋找合作夥伴，以及掌握特許經營要訣。
The Show is a one - stop platform for companies and individuals interested in introducing or joining franchising brands to look for franchising brands identify business partners and acquire the keys to franchising operation
展覽期間，來自全球各地的專家及業界代表主持一連串研討會，分享在這方面需要注意的事項、法律須知、商業概念，以至特許經營業務管理，向有意從事特許經營的人士提供有用的資訊。
During the Show a series of seminars were hosted by experts and industry representatives from around the world to provide useful information to anyone interested in taking part in franchising by sharing important points to note legal issues business concepts as well as business management relevant to franchising operation
總括而言，一如其他商業模式，特許經營受現行法律規管及保障，政府並無計劃就特許經營訂定專項法例或制度。
In conclusion similar to other modes of business franchising is governed and protected by the existing law . The Government has no plan to introduce dedicated legislation or regulatory system specific to franchising
局長剛才提到中小企，實應為中小微企。
The Secretary mentioned SMEs just now but they are in fact micro small and medium enterprises
我很明白香港奉行市場經濟，我們亦很珍惜，但其他的自由經濟體，包括美國、澳洲和加拿大，都有專門法例規管特許經營商，英國和新加坡亦有專門制度和行業守則，香港卻甚麼都沒有，局長剛才表示，會繼續甚麼都不做。
I understand that Hong Kong adheres to market economy which we dearly cherish but other free economies such as the United States Australia and Canada have enacted dedicated legislation to regulate franchisors . In the United Kingdom and Singapore there is a dedicated system and a code of practice but in Hong Kong there is nothing . The Secretary indicated just now that the authorities would continue to take no action
我不知道曾否有人向局長投訴，因為消委會不能接受這類求助個案。
I wonder if anyone has lodged a complaint to the Secretary as CC cannot handle such kind of requests for assistance
很多受鼓勵創業的人，例如"銀髮創業"或初創企業者紛紛墮入特許經營的陷阱，連退休金都蝕掉。
Many people who are encouraged to start a business such as those who belong to the silver - haired generation or first - time entrepreneurs have fallen into the franchising traps and some of them have lost all their pensions
我想再問局長，會否考慮最少在行業機制方面，像其他自由經濟體般設立某些制度，鼓勵有關行業訂定專業守則？
Let me put this question to the Secretary again will consideration be given to at least establishing a certain mechanism as in the case of other free economies to encourage the industry to establish its code of practice?
當我們鼓勵市民創業時，他們卻墮入創業陷阱，我希望局長可以認真考慮並再回應。
We encourage people to start their own business yet they fall into traps . I hope the Secretary will consider my proposal seriously and respond again
代理主席，梁美芬議員剛才所說的與我在主體答覆中所指的事實有差距。
Deputy President what Dr Priscilla LEUNG said just now has deviated from the facts I pointed out in the main reply
第一，現時並非沒有法例規管特許經營，但我們不贊成亦不打算為特許經營設立專項法例或制度。
First it is not true that at present we do not have legislation to regulate the franchising - related business but we do not endorse or plan to introduce dedicated legislation or regulatory system specific to franchasing
原因很簡單，我在主體答覆亦有提及，在現行法例中，如發生梁議員所述有人基於另一締約方的不良或不法行為而受騙，例如錯誤陳述引致他們墮入不公平的合約締結陷阱，現行法例是有所規管的，而特許經營商與特許加盟者之間也受合約法規管。
The reason is very simple . As I have mentioned in the main reply under the present legislation if incidents described by Dr LEUNG have happened such as someone being cheated into entering into an unfair agreement owing to the undesirable or illegal acts such as misrepresentation of the other party to a contract such incidents can be regulated under the current legislation and the dealings between franchisors and franchisees are governed by the law of contract
梁議員剛才提及能否以保障消費者的方式規管這行業，我剛才在主體答覆也提到，有關做法並不合適，因為特許加盟者並非消費者，他們亦為經營者，不過他們是透過合約合作的經營者。
Dr LEUNG asked whether the franchising - related industry could be regulated in a way similar to providing protection for consumers . As pointed out in my main reply this approach is inappropriate because franchisees are not consumers . They are operators of a business by way of cooperation under a contract
至於支援方面，我在主體答覆亦提及，無論是政府部門以至香港貿易發展局均因應此經營方式日益普及，而舉行業內人士或專家的經驗分享聚會，這方面可繼續推行。
In respect of support I have also mentioned in the main reply that in view of the increasing popularity of this kind of business operation government departments and TDC have organized meetings for members or experts of the business to share their experience . We can continue to host such activities
梁議員亦提到業內合作或規管，我是歡迎和贊同的，亦可以透過我剛才所述的兩種方式，即工業貿易署對中小企的支援，或香港貿易發展局每年舉辦的展覽，為這些企業提供支援。
Regarding Dr LEUNGs suggestion to introduce cooperation or regulation within the industry I welcome and endorse this suggestion . Support can also be provided for these enterprises through the two aforesaid ways that is the support provided by TID for SMEs or the annual Franchising Show organized by TDC
同時，我亦留意到此類企業中亦有4個行業自發的組織。
Meanwhile I also notice that four service sectors in the franchising market have set up organizations on their own initiative
政策是活的，但如果沒有政府幫忙推動，便只會像局長的答覆般，一切維持現狀，結果一批又一批人，像當年的雷曼苦主到立法會議員辦事處申訴。
Policies are flexible but without the Governments help in promotion no changes can be made as stated by the Secretary in his reply . Consequently batches of franchisees like the victims in the Lehman Brothers Incident years ago have to lodge complaints at Offices of Legislative Council Members
局長可否放寬考慮這個問題呢？
Will the Secretary consider relaxing the rules?
如果以不合適的方法和法例作支援，我相信便難以實行，特別是我們不可能要求消委會介入一個不屬於買賣雙方問題的個案。
However I believe it would be difficult to give support by taking inappropriate approaches or invoking unsuitable legislation . In particular we cannot possibly ask CC to interfere in cases not related to the conflicts between buyers and sellers
我同意梁美芬議員所說，有些人在決定以特許經營的方式創業時，可能沒有看清楚情況，以為門檻很低，只需一筆很小的資金即可，便不予深入研究。
I agree with Dr Priscilla LEUNG that when some people decided to start a business by joining a franchise they might not have taken a comprehensive view of the situation . They might be attracted by the low threshold and the little capital required and thus have not conducted in - depth studies
其實每位做生意的人均須看清楚合約，這是商業活動的一個很重要元素。
As a matter of fact anyone who intends to do business must study the contract very carefully which is an essential part of a commercial activity
我要多謝各位議員，特別是一些有法律背景的議員可能會提供協助，但責任始終在於締結合約的雙方。
I would like to thank Members especially those with a legal background who might have provided assistance to these people . However at the end of the day the responsibility lies with the contracting parties
如果不交由消委會規管，政府能否由局方或由某專門部門，甚至一個專責委員會去處理這方面的問題？
If the problem should not be handled by CC will the Government designate a Bureau or a certain department or even a dedicated commission to deal with the problem?
因為現時的趨勢是，越來越多人打工數十年後，轉而加入特許經營，把自己所有退休金放進去，但卻毫無保障。
The present trend is that more and more people have after working for decades engaged in franchising and invested all their pensions in it but they receive no protection
代理主席，我理解梁議員關注的原因，但我亦希望她留意我剛才花了10多分鐘所作答覆的全面性。
Deputy President I understand the reasons for Dr LEUNGs concern but I hope that she has taken note of the comprehensive main reply which I spent over 10 minutes on presenting
我所說的，並非單單指是否有專項法例，也不是可否交由消委會或透過消費方面的法例處理，而是整個行業究竟建基於甚麼？
What I said was not merely related to whether dedicated legislation should be enacted or whether the franchising business should be regulated by CC or by consumer - related legislation but the basis of operation of the industry
是建基於合約，特別是像梁議員所指，如果這些人是把辛苦賺來的血汗錢投資在一項生意上，他們更應看清楚，起碼要看清楚合約的內容，或在有需要時諮詢專業人士。
The operation is based on contracts . In particular as pointed out by Dr LEUNG if these people invest all their hard - earned savings on a business they should take a closer look or at least they should study the terms of the contract more carefully or seek professional advice when necessary
如果像梁議員剛才所述的情況般，即涉及詐騙時，現有法例是可以規管的。
If as relayed by Dr LEUNG fraud is suspected regulation is possible under the current legislation
我很感謝梁議員昨晚向我提交了一些研究結果，顯示香港有別於美國和中國內地等地的情況。
I thank Dr LEUNG for handing me some research findings last night which indicate that the practice of Hong Kong is different from that of the United States and Mainland China
但是，沒有專項法例並不等於沒有法律保障。
However the absence of dedicated legislation does not mean that no legal protection is provided
我剛才提到，在現有法例中，包括合約法，包括《失實陳述條例》以及對詐騙的禁止等，均可作出規管。
I have mentioned that regulation can be conducted under the current legislation including the contract law the Misrepresentation Ordinance and the prohibition against fraud
我相信梁議員也同意，任何投資均涉及金錢，無論金額大小，雙方都要重視對合約的理解，而若因雙方對某些事項不清晰，令投訴增多，特許經營商的商譽也會受影響。
I believe Dr LEUNG also agrees that for any investments which involve money disregarding the amount involved both parties have to attach importance to the contract terms . Any misunderstandings of the parties to the contract will result in an increase in complaints and consequently affect the goodwill of the franchisor
基於這些原因，我們也要尊重雙方的情況。
Owing to these factors we have to respect both parties
其他自由經濟體，例如美國、澳洲、加拿大訂有專門法例，而英國、新加坡、新西蘭雖然沒有專項法例，但有關行業的協會亦特別頒布一些行業守則。
Dedicated legislation has been enacted in other free economies such as the United States Australia and Canada; as for other countries such as the United Kingdom Singapore and New Zealand though there is no dedicated legislation Code of Ethics or Code of Conduct have been issued by the relevant industries
其他自由經濟體為何又肯這樣做？
How come other free economies are willing to do so?
代理主席，我剛才也答過部分問題。
Deputy President I have already answered part of the question
第一，如果行業內能夠自訂一些守則，政府也歡迎。
First the Government welcomes codes of practice formulated by the industry on its own
我亦留意到這個行業中有4個這類商會，當然，這是一件好事，行業會最清楚自己的情況，亦能反映雙方的情況。
I notice that four trade associations have been established within the industry . Of course this is desirable as the trade understands its situation the best and their proposals can reflect the positions of both parties
世界各地確實有不同制度，我剛才已指出，美國和中國內地都有一項明文法，但是英國卻沒有。
Different places in the world have introduced different systems . I have pointed out that the United States and Mainland China have enacted legislation but not the United Kingdom
這可能是由於我們法律體制不同，在普通法中，有合約法及我剛才列舉的條例作出這方面的管制，所以不可以說沒有一項專責的法例，便等如完全沒有管制，這樣會予人一種錯覺。
That may be due to the difference in the legal systems adopted . Under the common law there is a contract law and there are also other ordinances that I cited which will impose regulation in this respect . Hence one should not say that without dedicated legislation there is no regulation as that will give people a wrong idea
但是，就這個行業而言，一如我剛才在主體答覆最後部分所說，無論工業貿易署或香港貿易發展局，均有針對這個行業，透過其主辦或資助的計劃，鼓勵這些行業討論或分享經驗。
However in the case of this industry as I said in the last part of the main reply both TID and the TDC have organized or sponsored programmes to encourage operators to discuss or share their experience
葉劉淑儀議員已預先通知我，她的質詢會由容海恩議員代為提出。
Mrs Regina IP has given me advance notice that the question standing in her name will be asked by Ms YUNG Hoi - yan on her behalf
政府在2008年增設兩層政治委任職位，即副局長及政治助理。
In 2008 the Government created two additional tiers of political appointment positions namely Under Secretaries and Political Assistants
副局長的職責是協助局長處理政治工作，而政治助理負責向主要官員提供政治分析和意見，以及政治聯繫工作。
The duty of the Under Secretaries is to assist the Secretaries of Departments in handling political responsibilities and the Political Assistants are responsible for providing political analyses and advice for principal officials as well as conducting political liaison work
就此，政府可否告知本會：一有否定期全面檢討副局長及政治助理的職責及工作效率；如有，檢討所用具體指標，以及上次檢討的結果為何；如否，原因為何；二有否向副局長及政治助理提供專業培訓，以加強他們的游說技巧，以及與傳媒及公眾聯繫的能力；如有，培訓的模式及成效為何；如否，原因為何；及 三會否考慮在遴選副局長及政治助理的機制中，加入一系列的客觀入職條件和考核，以確保獲聘者具備高水平的專業能力；如會，詳情為何；如否，原因為何？
In this connection will the Government inform this Council 1 whether it has regularly conducted comprehensive reviews of the duties and work efficiency of the Under Secretaries and Political Assistants; if so of the specific indicators adopted in the reviews and the outcome of the last review; if not the reasons for that; 2 whether it has provided the Under Secretaries and Political Assistants with professional training to enhance their lobbying skills and their capability to liaise with the media and the public; if so of the mode and effectiveness of the training; if not the reasons for that; and 3 whether it will consider adding a range of objective entry qualifications and assessments to the mechanisms for selecting Under Secretaries and Political Assistants so as to ensure that the candidates selected possess a high level of professional capabilities; if so of the details; if not the reasons for that?
特區政府在2002年引入第一批政治委任的司、局長，組成最高層的政治領導層級；2008年政治委任制度進一步發展，增設兩層政治委任官員，即副局長和政治助理，形成目前的3層級政治委任制度。
In 2002 the HKSAR Government introduced the first batch of politically appointed Secretaries of Department and Directors of Bureau to create a political tier at the top echelon of the Government . In 2008 the Political Appointment System was further developed leading to the creation of two additional tiers of political appointment positions namely Deputy Directors of Bureau and Political Assistants thus forming the current three - tier Political Appointment System
香港是一個多元、開放的社會，社會對政府施政的要求越來越高，不同持份者對政府施政往往有不同甚至矛盾的立場和意見，政治委任制度的設立，正正是回應社會的變化，希望令特區政府的管治更靈活和互動，確保施政能迅速有效回應社會訴求、滿足社會需要。
Hong Kong is a diversified and liberal society . Given the heightening aspirations from the public on the Government it is not uncommon that different stakeholders take different and even opposing stances and views towards government policies . The introduction of the Political Appointment System was to respond to social changes in the hope of allowing more flexibility and interaction in the governance of the HKSAR Government and ensuring the timely and effective implementation of policies in response to public aspirations and social needs
政治委任制度可以靈活吸納政府體制內、外的人才出任司長、局長、副局長或政治助理，將社會不同界別、不同背景、不同年紀的人才帶進政府，在一支優秀、專業、常任的公務員隊伍配合下，令特區政府決策考慮更全面、施政更有效，亦可為特區培育政治人才。
Under the Political Appointment System posts such as Secretaries of Department Directors of Bureau Deputy Directors of Bureau and Political Assistants are filled by talents of different sectors backgrounds and age groups flexibly drawn from within and outside the Government . With the support of a high - quality professional and permanent civil service the HKSAR Government is able to make better - informed decisions implement policies more effectively and nurture political talents for the HKSAR
今屆政府的副局長及政治助理正正是來自社會不同的界別，有不同的專業背景，當中包括公共行政、政黨、商界、專業人士、學術界、傳媒及智庫等。
A case in point is the Deputy Directors of Bureau and Political Assistants of the current - term Government . They are talents from various sectors of the community with different professional backgrounds such as public administration political parties business professionals academia media and think tanks etc
政治委任官員必須緊貼社會脈搏、與社會互動，透過雙向溝通，讓社會大眾多了解政府的政策，同時可廣納社會大眾的意見，令政府決策更緊貼民情、切合社會需要。
Politically appointed officials must keep their fingers on the pulse of the society and interact with the community to through two - way communication promote better understanding of government policies among members of the public while gauging a wide spectrum of public views so as to keep government decisions close to the community and meet the needs of the community
政治委任官員亦須認同行政長官的管治理念，協助落實行政長官的政綱。
Politically appointed officials must also share the Chief Executives philosophy of governance and work with the Chief Executive to implement hisher manifesto
就葉劉淑儀議員透過容海恩議員提出的質詢，經諮詢相關辦公室及政策局後，我綜合答覆如下： 一 副局長直接向局長負責，主要協助局長處理各方面的政治工作，尤其是處理與立法會相關的事務，包括出席立法會會議、其轄下委員會、小組委員會及事務委員會的會議，解釋政府政策、遊說政黨、各級議員和社會各界支持政府提出的政策、立法及公共開支建議。
With regard to Mrs Regina IPs question raised by Ms YUNG Hoi - yan after consulting the relevant offices and bureaux I am providing a consolidated reply as follows 1 Deputy Directors of Bureau report directly to Directors of Bureau and are responsible principally for assisting Directors of Bureau in undertaking the full range of political work especially in Legislative Council business . This includes attending meetings of the Legislative Council and its committees panels and subcommittees; explaining government policies; and lobbying political parties Members of various Councils and different sectors of society for their support for government proposals on policy legislation and public expenditure
副局長亦會出席政黨、社區組織，以及工商及專業等團體的活動、公眾論壇、研討會及諮詢會等活動，加強政府與各界的溝通。
Deputy Directors of Bureau also attend activities of political parties community organizations and business and professional associations as well as public forums seminars and consultation sessions etc . to strengthen the communication between the Government and different sectors of the community
副局長亦 會與傳媒保持密切聯繫，解說政府政策。
Furthermore Deputy Directors of Bureau maintain close liaison with the media to explain government policies
政治助理負責協助司長、局長和副局長提供政治分析和意見，以及進行政治聯繫和遊說工作，包括與政黨、議員、傳媒和相關持份者，包括青年團體、社區組織等，保持雙向聯繫。
Political Assistants are responsible for providing political analyses and advice for Secretaries of Department Directors of Bureau and Deputy Directors of Bureau and conducting political liaison as well as lobbying work . This includes maintaining communication with political parties Legislative Council Members the media and relevant stakeholders such as youth groups and community organizations
政治助理亦負責擬備演辭及傳媒發言。
Political Assistants are also tasked with preparing speeches and media statements