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同時，監管機構亦已及時和經常與金融機構溝通，確保他們考慮有關法律及業務等風險的同時，能夠平衡地考慮對客戶的影響。
Meanwhile the regulatory authorities have timely and regularly communicated with financial institutions to ensure that they will strike a balance in considering the risks involved in legal business etc and at the same time the effects on their customers
就此，我們已經要求金管局及盈富基金監督委員會作出跟進，而目前這項工作仍在進行中。
In this connection we have asked HKMA and the Supervisory Committee of TraHK to take follow - up actions . The relevant work is still in progress
另一方面，黃議員關心，當美國與我們國家及全球的關係出現變化時，政府如何確保香港的機構、市民或整體制度的安全，以及如何確保其他利益得到保障？
On the other hand at a time when the US has changed its relationship with our country and the world Mr WONG is concerned about how the Government ensures the security of corporations residents or overall systems in Hong Kong as well as safeguards other interests
整體而言，我認為除了談原則和手段外，更加要講求實力。
In general apart from talking about principles and tactics I think we must also rely on our strength
我剛才提到一系列的數據，在在顯示香港在國家的支持下仍然有相當大的吸引力，可以吸納國際投資者和國際機構來港落戶。
The figures cited by me just now show that Hong Kong with the support of our country can still attract international investors and organizations to establish their bases in Hong Kong
此外，在往後一段時間，我們要麻煩各位議員審視大量有關金融發展的法案，這些工作都顯示我們對自己的實力有信心。
Furthermore in the days to come we must enlist the help of Members to scrutinize a large number of bills on financial development . This kind of work shows that we are confident in our strengths
綜合而言，我們應該對自己的工作給予肯定，同時亦希望繼續得到大家支持，使我們在發展金融及其他方面的工作上能夠取得進一步的成果。
All in all we should give due recognition to our efforts and at the same time enlist the continuous support of Members so as to achieve further progress in financial and other developments
代理主席，我想繼續跟進局長剛才未答覆的補充質詢。
Deputy President I would like to follow up on a supplementary question which has not been answered by the Secretary
我們當然支持政府，亦當然對香港有信心，但問題是，現時美國的單邊制裁令特首被取消銀行帳戶。
We certainly support the Government and have confidence in Hong Kong but the problem is that the sanction order unilaterally issued by the US has resulted in the cancellation of the Chief Executives bank account
不單只是作出跟進，究竟當局可否直接指示金管局向銀行說明，雖然美元在紐約結算，但現時應要保障香港人的利益，單方面取消戶口並不恰當，政府有否進行這些工作？
We should not merely make follow - up actions . Can the authorities directly instruct HKMA to explain to the banks that although US dollar transactions are settled in New York we must protect the interests of Hong Kong people now and thus it is inappropriate to cancel someones bank accounts unilaterally? . Has the Government made such efforts?
代理主席，多謝何議員的補充質詢。
Deputy President I thank Dr HO for the supplementary question
我剛才答覆有關跟進盈富基金管理人在通告內容上出現反覆的補充質詢時已指出，我們已經要求金管局及盈富基金監督委員會作出跟進。
In my earlier reply to the supplementary question on following up the inconsistent content in the circulars issued by the Manager of TraHK I pointed out that we have asked HKMA and the Supervisory Committee of TraHK to take follow - up actions
第二，有關我們的同事或個別個案的情況，我確實不方便作出評論，但不論如何，相信大家可以參考我剛才提出的一系列數據。
Secondly in relation to the circumstances of our colleagues or those of individual cases it is really inappropriate for me to comment . However I believe Members can refer to the figures mentioned by me earlier
現時，隨着美國或我們國家的經濟變化，我們會從多方面適時評估所謂的"制裁"對香港的影響。
At present with the changes in the economies of the US and our country we will comprehensively and timely assess the effects of the so - called sanctions on Hong Kong
所以，在這方面，其實兩者可以共存及共同發展。
Thus there is actually room for mutual existence and joint development
何君堯議員已多次重複他要求跟進的事宜，請局長稍後與何議員再作溝通。
Dr Junius HO has repeated time and again the issue that he demanded for follow - up action; will the Secretary please further communicate with Dr HO in due course
代理主席，我一直很留心聆聽張超雄議員的發言，他說何君堯議員的律師執業資格有問題。
Deputy President I have all along listened very carefully to the remarks made by Dr Fernando CHEUNG . He said that Dr Junius HOs qualification to practise as a solicitor is questionable
首先，我很尊重張超雄議員，我在議會中經常向他請教不同議題，聽他的專業意見。
First of all I highly respect Dr Fernando CHEUNG . I often ask him for advice and professional opinions on different issues in the Council
我認為盧偉國議員提出這項中止待續議案，相當不適宜，為甚麼？
In my opinion it is rather inappropriate for Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok to move this adjournment motion . Why?
其實剛才張超雄議員都提過本會在《基本法》下的職權，我讀一讀第七十三條"一根據本法規定並依照法定程序制定、修改和廢除法律；五對政府的工作提出質詢；六就任何有關公共利益問題進行辯論"。
In fact Dr Fernando CHEUNG has mentioned just now the powers and functions of this Council under the Basic Law . Let me read out Article 73 1 To enact amend or repeal laws in accordance with the provisions of this Law and legal procedures; 5 To raise questions on the work of the government; 6 To debate any issue concerning public interests . President according to the design of the Basic Law the constitutional powers and functions of this Council have long been castrated
凡涉及政府政策者，在提出前必須得到行政長官的書面同意。
The written consent of the Chief Executive shall be required before bills relating to government policies are introduced
"大家看看這條的規定，便知本會議員基本上並無提出議員法案的權力，因為任何法案均須"不涉及公共開支或政治體制或政府運作"，有這樣的法案嗎？
If we take a look at the provisions of this Article we know that Members of this Council basically have no power to introduce Members bills as any bills must not relate to public expenditure or political structure or the operation of the government . Are there any such bills?
全香港所有事務多少都涉及政府開支和運作，我們連提出私人法案都受到這麼大的掣肘，本會議員權力所受到的限制，可想而知。
All affairs in Hong Kong are more or less related to the Governments expenditure and operation . We are subject to great limitations even in introducing private bills . We can well imagine the restrictions imposed on the power of Members in this Council
我們本身的權力範疇這麼狹窄，這麼貧乏，剛才我說，《基本法》第七十三條第一、五及六項所賦予本會的權力，可對政府提出質詢，對法律的制定、修改提出意見等，是我們僅有的權力。
The scope of our power is so narrow and limited . As I said a moment ago the powers vested in this Council under Article 731 5 and 6 of the Basic Law including raising questions to the Government expressing opinions on the enactment of and amendments to laws and so forth are the only powers that we have
我明白不是每位議員都對有關律師規則的法例有興趣。
I understand that not every Member is interested in the legislation relating to the Solicitors Rules
他發言完畢後，我覺得他有道理或沒有道理，我可以附和或反駁他。
After listening to his speech I can concur with or refute him if I think he is reasonable or unreasonable
甚至我不明白的，可以要求他澄清，請教他。
Even if I do not understand I can ask him to clarify or consult him
你限制議員發言， 令他失去一個表達的空間和自由，其實是違反我們根據《基本法》享有的職權。
If you restrain a Member from speaking he will not have the room for speech and freedom of expression . Actually this is in violation of the powers and functions that we have under the Basic Law
尤其是我剛才提到，我們可就任何公共利益問題進行辯論，例如我不同意張超雄議員剛才的發言，我可以提出我的論點，張超雄議員是謙謙君子，明白我不是針對他個人，純粹以事論事，這並無問題。
In particular as I mentioned a moment ago we can debate any issue concerning public interests . For instance I disagree with the remarks made by Dr Fernando CHEUNG just now then I can raise my points . Dr Fernando CHEUNG is a gentleman
所以，我覺得盧偉國議員動議中止待續議案，是要收窄議員的議事空間。
I am simply dealing with the matter at issue . This is not a problem . Therefore I think Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok moved an adjournment motion to narrow Members room for discussion
不過，我覺得黃國健議員有一個好處，他說得很坦白，表明是要阻截"拉布"，所以要提出中止待續議案。
However I think Mr WONG Kwok - kin had the merit of speaking frankly indicating that he moved the adjournment motion with a view to cutting off filibustering
正如我上次在發言中，都盛讚黃國健議員是比較真誠的建制派議員。
In my previous speech I spoke highly of Mr WONG Kwok - kin being a relatively genuine pro - establishment Member
第一，大家都知道，作為立法會議員，公務十分繁忙，我每天由早上7時多開始工作至晚上10時多，星期一至星期日。
First of all we all know Members of the Legislative Council have very busy schedules . I work from about 7col00 am to around 10col00 pm every day from Monday to Sunday
我們信賴他們一同協助審議有關法例及提出修訂，但這樣並不代表其他民主黨議員不可就有關工作提出意見，絕對不是這樣。
We are confident that they will make a concerted effort to assist in scrutinizing the relevant legislation and proposing amendments . Yet it does not mean that other Members from the Democratic Party cannot express their opinions on the related work . This is definitely not the case
我們仍可在適當的場合和機會表達自己的看法。
We can still express our views on suitable occasions and when suitable opportunities arise
當然，民主黨整體會有一個看法。
Of course the Democratic Party as a whole will have a common view
其實大家要明白，我們作為議員，工作量這麼沉重，在法案委員會或其他委員會未必有機會參與或表達意見時，可根據《議事規則》就"察悉議案"發言，那便讓議員發言吧，連發言也不准嗎？
In fact we have to understand that as Members our workload is so heavy . If we do not have a chance to participate or express opinions in Bills Committees or other committees we can speak on the take - note motion in accordance with RoP then let Members speak . Are they even not allowed to speak?
今次的《公告》是關於律師資格，大家都知道，法治對香港非常重要，律師的專業操守、行業的運作，都關乎重大公眾利益。
This time the Notice relates to the qualification of solicitors . As we all know the rule by law is crucial to Hong Kong . The professional conducts of solicitors and the operation of the sector involve significant public interests
我擔心他們有所誤會，以為盧偉國議員作為專業人士、工程界代表、行內的翹楚，對其他行業不夠尊重。
I am worried that the legal professionals may misunderstand Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok thinking that as a professional a representative of the engineering sector and a leading figure in the industry he does not give due respect to other industries
我明白不同人有不同觀點，這是很正常的。
I understand different people have different viewpoints . This is pretty normal
便讓他回應，讓議員提問吧。
Let him respond . Let Member raise questions
主席，說到底，本會的權力根據憲制設計，已經被人嚴重閹割，但有些議員同事仍然覺得閹割得不夠乾淨，越閹越"離譜"，現在不是閹割，簡直是切割，斬手斬腳，斬完手再斬腳。
President after all the powers of this Council designed under the constitution have been seriously castrated . However some Honourable colleagues still think that the castration is not clean enough thus castrating more and more which is really outrageous . Now it is not only a castration but also an excision to cut off arms and legs one after another
現在不准議員發言，稍後又不准議員根據以20名議員站立的呈請方式成立專責委員會，令我們無法就一些政府的重大醜聞追查到底，被斬手斬腳。
Members are now not allowed to speak and later on Members will not be allowed to form a select committee even if 20 Members rise to support in form of petition . As a result we are unable to thoroughly inquire into some major scandals of the Government
我在發言結束前表示，即使大家都不認同我的做法，大家至少都知道會議廳內發生甚麼事，在辯論中可以提出一些好的建議。
Before concluding my speech I said that even though Members did not endorse my act at least we all know what was going on in the Chamber and some good suggestions might be proposed in a debate
問題是，今次連討論也不准。
The current problem is that we are not even allowed to hold discussion
《修訂規則》有很多細節值得辯論，絕非不具爭議性。
Many details of the Amendment Rules are worth discussing and the Amendment Rules are definitely not uncontroversial
關於大律師轉為事務律師時可否得到部分豁免，根據《實習律師規則》第20條，如果大律師希望成為認可的事務律師，可以向香港律師會申請豁免受僱為實習律師。
When a barrister wants to become a solicitor will he be granted certain exemptions? . Under Rule 20 of the Trainee Solicitors Rules Cap . 159J a barrister may apply for an exemption from employment under a trainee solicitor contract from The Law Society of Hong Kong if he wishes to be admitted as a solicitor
民選立法會議員需要發聲，審理議案是我們的天職。
As Legislative Council Members elected by the people we are duty - bound to speak out and deal with motions
代理主席，其實我也想指出並讀出你在上次會議上發給我們的文件中所載，有關在辯論這項中止待續議案時須注意的事項。
Deputy President I would also like to point out and read aloud the points to be noted during the debate on this adjournment motion as set out in the paper you gave us at the last meeting
代理主席，你說得對，"察悉議案"的內容非常簡單。
Deputy President you are right that the contents of the take - note motion are very simple
事實上，如果不是盧偉國議員動議中止待續議案，我們可能更容易被你裁定我們的發言內容重複和冗贅。
If Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok has not moved an adjournment motion you may easily rule that we have made repetitive and redundant remarks
然而，鑒於盧議員動議將"察悉議案"的辯論中止待續，我們當然要回到根本，了解"察悉議案"的主要目的為何。
But as Ir Dr LO has moved that the debate on the take - note motion be now adjourned we certainly have to go back to the basics and understand more about the main objective of a take - note motion
為了履行該等職權，我們須透過發言，讓政府當局及所有持份者聽到代表社會上不同界別及不同利益的代議士所表達的意見，並須把這些意見記錄下來。
To exercise these powers and functions we must express our views so that the Administration and all stakeholders will hear the views expressed by Members representing different sectors of society and different interests and it is essential for these views to be recorded
這當然是我的態度，不是所有同事的態度。
Of course this is only my position but not the position of all my colleagues
當然，我明白我不可以猜測議員的動機，因為這違反《議事規則》，但盧議員這樣做確實令我們覺得很奇怪，不明白為何他要動議將辯論中止待續。
I certainly understand that I cannot speculate on the motive of Members because this violates RoP but we find Ir Dr LOs act rather odd and we fail to understand why he moved a motion to adjourn the debate
既然"察悉議案"的內容如 此簡單和普通，議員可以發言的空間根本很少，他又何必枉作小人動議將辯論中止待續？
Since the contents of the take - note motion are so simple and ordinary Members will basically have little to say; why then did he move a motion to adjourn the debate?
這是否建制派議員想看到的現象？
Is this a phenomenon that pro - establishment Members want to see?
面對着《議事規則》的修訂，我只能全力以赴，亦希望市民大眾明白，《議事規則》一經修訂，我們日後便無法再以"拉布"的方式令事情越辯越明。
When facing the amendments to RoP I have to strike back with all - out efforts . I also hope the public will understand that once RoP has been amended we will no longer be able to clarify matters through filibustering
代理主席，我的發言差不多要結束。
Deputy President I will almost finish speaking and I only hope that pro - establishment Members or the Government will think carefully about whether making amendments to RoP will really improve the operation of this Council or they just want to pave the way for the Government to swiftly enact legislation to implement Article 23 of the Basic Law before the public can respond
我很希望政府當局認真想想這樣做有何好處。
I very much hope that the Administration will seriously consider what merits this action will bring
政府可能會因香港中文大學香港亞太研究所的最新民調結果而沾沾自喜，認為有關結果顯示市民大眾不接受"拉布"，但如果與3年前的同類民調比較，便會發現支持"拉布"的市民數目有上升趨勢。
The Government may become complacent as the results of the latest opinion poll conducted by the Hong Kong Institute of Asia - Pacific Studies of The Chinese University of Hong Kong indicated that the general public do not accept filibuster . However when compared with the result of a similar opinion poll conducted three years ago there is now an increasing number of people who support filibuster
由此可見，當政府全力打壓議會的言論自由和表達自由時，社會正逐步偏離政府暢順施政的基礎。
Evidently when the Government makes all - out effort to suppress freedom of speech and of expression in this Council the community is gradually moving from the basis of smooth governance
這不是政府應走的路。所以，我在此苦口婆心地重申，政府不可以亦不應該"助攻"，否則只會得不償失。
This is not the path that the Government should take so I dissuade the Government patiently that it cannot and should not give a helping help in this battle; otherwise the loss will outweigh the gain
議員的發言已開始涉及《議事規則》的討論。
Members have started to discuss the Rules of Procedure
這是我反對中止待續議案的第二個原因。
This is my second reason why I oppose the adjournment motion
我反對這項中止待續議案的第四個原因，是我發現原來盧偉國議員也沒有加入審議修訂規則的小組委員會，他提出中止待續可能是因為他彈奏樂器，所以手指動得快，不知是他幸運或不幸，最快按了"發言按鈕"，所以由他來動議中止待續議案。
The fourth reason for opposing the adjournment motion is that Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok is not a member of the Subcommittee to scrutinize the amendment rules . As he plays musical instrument and has agile fingers he pressed the Request - to - speak button swiftly . Hence he is responsible for moving the adjournment motion though it is hard to tell whether he is fortunate or unfortunate
然而，由一個沒有參與小組委員會的議員動議中止"察悉議案"的辯論，其實也是極為諷刺的事，因為很多市民真的需要法律意見、需要接觸律師，而這項議題其實與市民有極大關係。
However it is rather ironic that a Member who has not participated in the work of the relevant Subcommittee moved to adjourn the take - note motion debate . As many people really need legal advice and have the need to contact lawyers this piece of subsidiary legislation is very much related to peoples livelihood
雖然盧議員聲稱他很尊重律師行業，但他卻令我們無法就"察悉議案"發表意見。
Although Ir Dr LO claimed that he highly respected the legal profession he did not allow us to express views on this take - note motion
無論如何，代理主席，我覺得把握機會表達意見，以表示關心，總比不表達意見好，我相信這個邏輯沒有甚麼不對。
In any case Deputy President I think it is better to seize the opportunity to express our views to show our concern than not to express our views . I believe there is nothing wrong with this logic
有趣的是，很多建制派同事說，如果民主派議員這麼關心此事，為何他們不加入該小組委員會，現在才提出意見？
It is interesting to note that many pro - establishment Members have queried why pro - democracy Members did not join the Subcommittee if they are so concerned about this matter . Why do they wait until now to put forward their views?
事實上，《議事規則》所訂的察悉程序，便是容許議員在議事堂表達意見，以及向政府表達意見。
Actually the take - note procedure under RoP allows Members to express views in the legislature and draw the Governments attention to their views
這是香港人和立法會的悲哀。
That is the sadness of Hong Kong people and of the Legislative Council
我不知道原因是甚麼，亦並非怪責那4位小組委員會的委員。
I do not know the reason for that and I am not blaming the four members of the Subcommittee
如果沒有議員根據《議 事規則》第401條提出中止待續議案，讓對此議題感情趣的同事發言，所花的時間可能更短。
If no Member had moved the adjournment motion under RoP 401 and Members interested in this issue were allowed to speak we might have spent less time on this subject
現時真的用了更多時間，但實際上政府聽到有用的意見反而更少。
In fact while we have spent more time on the adjournment motion fewer constructive ideas have been conveyed to the Government
代理主席，無論如何我也要就修訂規則提出一些重要的問題。
Deputy President I have to raise some important questions about the Amendment Rules in any case
我覺得仍然有商榷及討論的空間，亦希望律政司的官員可以藉此機會聆聽一些意見，因為他們難得列席立法會會議，聆聽議員對這些議題的意見。
I opine that there is still room for discussion and consideration . I also hope that officials from the Department of Justice can take this opportunity to listen to our views as they seldom attend Council meetings and listen to Members views on these issues
我希望代理主席容許我用少許時間，指出一些重要而我們現在不能討論的問題。
I hope the Deputy President will allow me to spend some time to point out some important issues that we cannot discuss now
假如香港大律師公會的執委會因為這個原因而不發出證明，香港律師會又可以向香港大律師公會取得甚麼資料，是繼續進行這個程序還是作出決定？
If the Council of the Hong Kong Bar Association refuses to issue the certificate for that reason what information can The Law Society obtain from the Bar Association? . Should The Law Society proceed with the procedure or make a decision?
主席，我不明白鄺俊宇議員為何總是替建制派同事着想。
President I do not understand why Mr KWONG Chun - yu has been so considerate of pro - establishment colleagues
他們辛苦，但他們其實有自主權。
They are having a hard time but they actually have the right to decide for themselves
人人都要為自己的行為作出選擇和決定。
Everyone must make choices and decisions about their actions
我說過無數次，"乘人之危"是指在有議員被取消資格後，令建制派在功能界別地區直選議席中均佔過半數，因此所提出的議案均可獲通過。
As I have repeatedly said after a few Members had been disqualified from office pro - establishment Members have taken advantage of others difficulties because they account for more than 50 % of the Members returned by functional constituencies and geographical constituencies through direct elections . For this reason all the motions they moved will be passed
我因而又翻查"君子"的意思。
I have checked the meaning of a virtuous man again
代理主席，我認為是有關係的，因為盧偉國議員似乎以為少說幾句便可令我們無法回應他，但他所說的"少說幾句"其實才是耐人尋味。
Deputy President I believe what I am saying is relevant because Ir Dr LO Wai - kwok seemed to think that we could not respond if he made fewer comments
我認為，這個辯論空間是盧偉國議員透過其簡短發言給予我們的。
In my opinion Ir Dr LO Wai - kwoks brief remarks have brought about this room for debate
我希望建制派的同事考慮一個問題，就是不同黨派的議員在立法會內是否均應做回君子？
I hope that pro - establishment colleagues would consider whether Members of different political parties and groupings should become superior men in the Legislative Council
如要做君子，我們便應依照《議事規則》行事，同時依循中國人的傳統智慧，不要乘人之危。
If we are to become superior men we should act in accordance with RoP and comply with the conventional wisdom of Chinese people by not taking advantage of others difficulties
其實，涂謹申議員已多次提到，前任立法會主席曾鈺成先生也多次提及，"一國兩制"的特點在於香港有反對派，以及香港的反對派能夠運用《議事規則》對政府成功施壓，從而改變或調節政府的行為。
In fact Mr James TO and Mr Jasper TSANG former President of the Legislative Council had mentioned time and again that a characteristic of one country two systems was the presence of the opposition camp in Hong Kong and that the opposition camp could successfully exert pressure on the Government by applying RoP thereby changing or regulating government acts
因為即使得勝也如中國古語所言，"勝之不武"。
Even if they win as the Chinese ancient saying goes their victory is ignominious
縱然力量有大小之別，但力量強大的一方不應對力量弱小的一方置之不理，認為可以隨時踢走，否則議會便會失卻其存在意義，議會的存在便變成"大蝦細"。
Even though there are differences in strength the party with a stronger force should not be indifferent to the party with a weaker force thinking that the latter can be removed at any time; otherwise the Council will lose the significance of its existence and the existence of the Council will become the strong bullying the weak
最近，類似的情況不斷發生，我認為這是在考驗建制派議員的政治智慧。
Recently similar situations have constantly taken place; I think they serve to test the political wisdom of pro - establishment Members
香港一直以來都強調"一國兩制"、《基本法》，但代理主席想必亦會留意到，現在無論是中聯辦的法律專家，抑或北京訪港的官員，都忽然"轉口風"，表示香港人其實應該直接遵守中國憲法。
Hong Kong has always emphasized one country two systems and the Basic Law but the Deputy President must have noticed that the legal experts from the Liaison Office of the Central Peoples Government in the HKSAR and officials from Beijing visiting Hong Kong have suddenly changed their tunes and said that Hong Kong people should directly comply with the Chinese constitution
我不知道是否由於人大選舉臨近，所以特別多談中國憲法。
I do not know if it is because an election of National Peoples Congress delegates will soon be held so that the Chinese constitution is frequently mentioned
代理主席，我明白你很心急，但也不急於一時。
Deputy President I understand that you are impatient but there is no harm waiting a bit longer
為何我們要反對盧偉國議員的中止待續議案......
Why do we oppose Ir Dr LO Wai - kwoks adjournment motion
此外，建制派現在無所不用其極，以各種議會程序務求盡快通過《議事規則》的修訂，表面上是為了解決所謂"拉布"的問題，但在我看來，此舉會把香港的"一國兩制"、三權分立、市民對議會的信任一併摧毀，希望各位同事可以三思。
In addition pro - establishment Members have resorted to every conceivable means and adopted various parliamentary procedures with a view to passing the amendments to RoP as soon as possible . On the face of it the intent is to resolve the so - called filibustering issue but in reality one country two systems separation of powers in Hong Kong as well as the publics trust in the Legislative Council will be totally destroyed . I hope Honourable colleagues will think twice
有不少租者置其屋計劃屋邨的居民向本人反映，該等屋邨的主要對外通道只設有樓梯或非常陡斜通道，令長者及殘疾人士進出屋邨非常不便。
Quite a number of residents of the housing estates under the Tenants Purchase Scheme TPS have relayed to me that only stairs or very steep passageways are provided at the main external access of such estates making it very inconvenient for the elderly and persons with disabilities PWDs to access the estates
由於租置屋邨的公用地方屬私人地方，所以人人暢道通行計劃並不涵蓋該等屋邨，而作為租置屋邨單位業主之一的香港房屋委員會一直推諉責任，只要求該等屋邨的業主立案法團自行提供或改善現有無障礙設施。
As the common areas in TPS estates are private areas they are not covered by the Universal Accessibility Programme . The Hong Kong Housing Authority HA being one of the flat owners of TPS estates has all along been shirking its responsibility by merely requesting the Owners Corporations OCs of those estates to provide barrier - free facilities or enhance such existing facilities on their own
主席，就陳恒鑌議員質詢的各部分，現綜合回覆如下。
President my consolidated reply to the various parts of the question raised by Mr CHAN Han - pan is as follows
為方便市民上落公共行人通道，政府於2012年8月推出"人人暢道通行"計劃，為由路政署負責維修及保養的現有公共行人天橋、高架行人道和行人隧道加建無障礙通道設施。
To facilitate the access to public walkways by the public the Government launched in August 2012 the Universal Accessibility UA Programme to retrofit barrier - free access facilities at existing public footbridges elevated walkways and subways maintained by the Highways Department
其後於2016年，因應公眾及議員的訴求，並考慮到謹慎運用公帑的原則，政府在該年的施政報告中宣布修訂"人人暢道通行"計劃的涵蓋範圍，可供區議會考慮作為下一階段推展項目的行人通道在符合若干條件下，不再局限於由路政署負責維修及保養的公共行人通道，當中的一個條件便是該等行人通道需不屬於私人擁有。
Later in 2016 in response to the aspirations of the public and Council Members and in consideration of the principle of prudent use of public funds the Government announced in the Policy Address that year to revise the ambit of the UA Programme . The walkways eligible for selection by the District Councils DCs for implementation in the next phase of the UA Programme Next Phase would no longer be confined to public walkways maintained by the Highways Department provided that they met certain criteria one of which is that the walkways are not privately owned
在現時的"人人暢道通行"計劃範圍內，我們仍有逾100個項目正在施工。
Under the current ambit of the UA Programme we still have over 100 items under construction