Borrison/hk-legicost huggingface dataset:
去年復會第一天，"攬炒派"就連續12次點算法定人數，用點算人數的方式"拉布"，又以"扯貓尾"的方式，互相提名選舉主席，阻撓會議進行，甚至衝擊主席台等。
On the first meeting of the current session last year the mutual destruction camp made 12 consecutive quorum calls . They tried to filibuster the proceeding by calling for headcounts . They even collaborated with each other by nominating each other in the election of Chairman
我們看到有部分前議員無所不用其極，癱瘓立法會運作，阻礙政府施政，令香港陷入議而不決，決而不行的局面。
Some even laid siege to the President Podium . We could see that some former Members had tried every means to paralyse the operation of the Legislative Council and obstruct the policy implementation of the Government with a view to throwing Hong Kong into a state of discussing without making decisions and deciding without taking actions
主席，濫用《議事規則》的後果，除了導致很多工程超支和延期或延誤，影響到政府和立法會的正常運作外，更會損害本港長遠的經濟營商環境，以至社會民生的穩定發展。
President the abuse of the Rules of Procedure had not only caused cost overruns and delays to many works projects it had also obstructed the normal operation of the Legislative Council and the Government . Worst still they would even damage the long - term economy and business environment of Hong Kong as well as the stable development of our society and peoples livelihood
我們看到這數年高鐵香港段、港珠澳大橋香港段、蓮塘/香園圍口岸等跨境工程，全部因為"拉布"出現延誤，這樣不但會增加工程成本，最終要納稅人"埋單"，更會影響香港的就業市場，以及對市民提供的服務。
We can see that in recent years cross boundary projects such as the Hong Kong section of the Express Rail Link the Hong Kong - Zhuhai - Macao Bridge Hong Kong section and the LiantangHeung Yuen Wai Boundary Control Point were all delayed because of the filibuster in the Legislative Council which had not only caused an increase in the costs which was ultimately borne by taxpayers but had also affected Hong Kongs job market and the services provided to the public . Even though we are witnessing the rapid development of our neighbouring cities Hong Kong is still embroiled in political rows . Conspiracy theory was used to judge everything and everything was politicized
眼見鄰近城市急速發展，香港卻天天糾纏於政治爭拗，事事陰謀論、政治化，甚至很多關乎民生、教育和醫療的政策均無法推行，我相信所有愛香港的市民都感到十分心痛。
Even many policies related to the peoples livelihood education and medical services were unable to be implemented . I believe all the people who love Hong Kong will feel very sad
當然，《議事規則》本身是 防君子不防小人，如果大家也是謙謙君子好像主席一樣有權又不會用盡，根本無須修改《議事規則》。
Certainly the Rules of Procedure is drawn up for the gentleman but not the villain . If everyone is a gentleman―just like the President―who has the power but will not use it to the fullest there is no need for us to amend the Rules of Procedure
但是，在過去一段長時間裏，大家也看到立法會秩序是每況愈下，反映我們絕對有需要按照實際情況再一次修改《議事規則》，所以我也很高興看到謝偉俊議員提出有關議案。
However during quite long a period in the past we have seen the deterioration of order in the Legislative Council . This has demonstrated the absolute need for us to amend the Rules of Procedure for the second time . For that reason I am happy to see that Mr Paul TSE has proposed the relevant motion
主席，經過反修例運動和持續超過1年的疫情，香港已經元氣大傷，社會各界期望立法會盡快恢復有效的運作，我認為縮短發言時間，要求精簡、一針見血也是合理的安排。
President after the movement of opposition to the relevant proposed legislative amendments and the pandemic which has lasted for more than one year Hong Kongs vitality has been severely depleted . All sectors in society expect the Legislative Council to restore its effective operation as soon as possible . I consider shortening the speaking time and making a more precise and get - to - the - point speech is reasonable
修訂可以提高立法會的效率，令關乎經濟民生的法例可以盡快通過，現在的建議亦已參考其他地方議會的趨勢，在議會有效運作，以及不影響議員發言權利之間取得很好的平衡。
The amendments can enhance the efficiency of the Legislative Council and expedite the passage of livelihood - related laws . The current proposals have taken into account the trend of the legislatures in other places . They therefore strike a good balance in that they can ensure the effective operation of the legislature and while not affecting Members right to speak
有人說建制派今次在這個時間提出修訂規則是乘人之危，我認為這樣說絕對不公道，因為立法會早在2008年已經研究多個其他地方、國家和普通法國家的議會做法，今次修例亦並非針對任何黨派、任何人士，而是因時制宜。
Some people say that the pro - establishment camp has taken advantage of the difficulties faced by the opposition camp by proposing the amendments but I consider such remark unfair . It is because since 2008 the Legislative Council had been studying the practice of legislatures in many places countries and common law jurisdictions . The amendments this time around are not targeting at any political groups or individual
如果建制派為了表現出自己的君子風度而放棄這個時間修改《議事規則》，撥亂反正，我認為這樣真的對不起全香港市民。
These amendments are simply the appropriate methods to deal with the current situation . If the pro - establishment camp is letting this opportunity go in order to show its gentlemanly behaviour and to fail to bring order out of chaos I think we are not living up to the expectations of the people of Hong Kong
主席，香港正處於經濟發展的十字路口，今年亦是"十四五"規劃開局之年，而面對粵港澳大灣區建設、"一帶一路"等機遇，未來數年是關鍵時刻，而這些機遇對香港而言，也是千載難逢，我們一定要好好把握，發展國家所需、香港所長。
President Hong Kong is at the crossroad of economic development and it happens that this year is also the first of the National 14 Five - Year Plan . In the face of such opportunities as the construction of the Guangdong - Hong Kong - Macao Greater Bay Area as well as the Belt and Road Initiative the next few years are very critical . This is a once in a lifetime chance to Hong Kong
今次修改《議事規則》，關係到行政立法關係、關係到立法會議事效率、關係到特區政府能否有效依法施政，以及全體市民根本的利益。
We should grasp it and leverage Hong Kongs advantages to meet the countrys needs . The amendments to the Rules of Procedure this time around are relevant to the relationship between the legislature and the Government the efficiency of the Legislative Council in policy discussion whether or not the SAR Government can effectively implement its policies according to the law and the fundamental interests of the public
所以，我們一定要做，一定要撥亂反正，糾正歪風，而修改立法會《議事規則》已成為香港社會的主流共識。
For that reason we must go ahead to bring order out of chaos and to right the wrong . Besides amending the Rules of Procedure has been the mainstream consensus in Hong Kong
主席，立法會議員的職責是監察政府，而不是癱瘓施政，市民期望我們開會，而不是製造流會。
President one of the duties of Members of the Legislative Council is to monitor the Government not to paralyse its policy implementation . Members of the public expect us to convene meetings not to cause abortion of meetings
我真心希望通過今次修改《議事規則》，日後大家可以透過溝通化解矛盾。
We genuinely hope that by amending the Rules of Procedure this time around we can resolve all contradictions in future through communication
如果大家可以多做一些實際工作，我相信是議會之福，也是市民之福。
If we can do more solid I believe it is a blessing to the legislature and the public
主席，"少年志，國家志"，我們看到一個國家、一個社會的少年人的品德、立志，會決定這個地方的未來。
President as the saying goes the will of the youth is the will of the nation . As we can see the moral character and will of young people of a country or society will determine the future of the place
近年，香港的教育制度出現嚴重問題，特別是未成年人的教育及教師的品格，均受到社會的高度關注。
In recent years there have been serious problems with Hong Kongs education system particularly concerning the education of minors and the characters of teachers which have aroused grave concern in the community
葛珮帆議員剛才說很多教師也問，為何立法會一而再，再而三地討論通識教育科的問題。
As remarked by Ms Elizabeth QUAT just now many teachers questioned why the Legislative Council has time and time again discussed the problems of the subject of Liberal Studies LS
我想指出，我們關心的是教育界的害群之馬；如果教育界沒有害群之馬，根本無須對號入座。
I would like to highlight our concern about the black sheep in the education sector . Had there not been black sheep in the education sector it would be absolutely unnecessary for teachers to fit themselves into the picture
通識科確實涉及很大的群體，而我認為當中更涉及政治利益。
While the LS subject does involve a sizable group of people I think it involves political interests as well
我剛才重申，如果教育界沒有害群之馬，根本無須拒絕我們就通識科提出的意見。
Just now I reiterated that had there not been black sheep in the education sector it was downright unnecessary to turn down our views on the LS subject
可是，政府當局不單要求考試，還要求必修、必考、必計，而且試卷更設有必答題。
However the Administration has not only kept the LS subject compulsory for assessment but has made it a compulsory study and examination subject for university admission . What is more compulsory questions have been set in the examination papers
因此，即使當時尚未出現備受關注的政治考量，大家單從教育角度已經提出了很多問題。
As such even before political considerations became a concern back then Members had already raised a number of questions from the education perspective alone
這對父母當時是由一名區 議員介紹給我認識的，他們很希望我可以代表他們提出有關通識科的問題。
This couple was introduced to me by a District Council member and they very much hoped that I would bring up the problems of the LS subject on their behalf
自此，我與一批家長、老師、校長及願意關心通識科的人成立了關注通識教育聯席會議。
Since then I have teamed up with a group of parents teachers principals and people who care about the LS subject to set up the Joint Conference Concerning Liberal Studies in Hong Kong
我們每年均審議教育局的試卷，亦嘗試聯絡香港考試及評核局，但我們的努力始終被漠視、被敷衍，甚至可以套用特首近日的說法，就是"視而不見、見而不理"。
We have been scrutinizing the examination papers of EDB and tried to get in touch with the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority every year . However our efforts have all along been disregarded and downplayed . I may even borrow the recent remarks made by the Chief Executive that EDB has turned a blind eye to or ignored us
不知局方是無動於衷或無奈當時並非由局長負責，我必須公道這件事情是有歷史的，一直發展至今天。
I am not sure whether EDB is indifferent or helpless―I must be fair to the Secretary as he was not the person - in - charge back then―the issue has developed and evolved until today
記得在現任特首參選時，我曾特別問她對通識科的態度。
I remember when the incumbent Chief Executive was running for office I asked her specifically about her attitude towards the LS subject
主席，根據《基本法》第七十五條，香港特別行政區立法會可以自行制定議事規則。
President Article 75 of the Basic Law provides that the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region may make its rules of procedure on its own
"自行制定"的提述，代表賦予香港特別行政區立法會"高度自治"的信任，讓我們制訂符合香港特色的議事文化。
The wording make on its own implies the conferment of trust with a high degree of autonomy on the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region whereby we may cultivate a deliberative culture that ties in with Hong Kongs characteristics
我記得在加入立法會前，立法會對我而言是相當莊嚴的，我非常尊重，而立法會議員亦是市民和議員本身皆感到非常光榮的身份。
I remember that before joining the Legislative Council I found the Legislative Council to be solemn and respectable and being a Legislative Council Member was an honourable status to people and Members themselves
因為市民和社會對我們有所期望。
The reason is that people and the community cherish expectation of us
主席，在2008年至2021年的13年間，大家看到立法會的文化的確每況愈下。
President during the 13 years from 2008 to 2021 everybody can honestly see the degradation of our parliamentary culture
我記得剛加入立法會不久，便在議事廳內目睹前立法會議員黃毓民擲出第一隻蕉。
I remember that soon after joining the Legislative Council I already witnessed in the Chamber how former Legislative Council Member WONG Yuk - man hurled the first banana
他聲稱因為自己擲出這隻蕉，所以成功爭取"生果金"，這樣便打開了潘朵拉的盒子。
He said that the hurling of the banana was the reason for his successful fight for the fruit grant . This was how the Pandoras box was opened
別人設有"腰斬令"，以及不同層級的罰則，並賦予議長很大酌情權，可以根據社會政治情況和議會情況作出有效判斷。
In other places a suspension order can be made together with different levels of penalty . Besides the speaker is given much discretion and may make an effective judgment based on the political circumstances in the community and also the situation in the legislature
在這情況下，反對派進行第一次"拉布"行動，提出了1,306項修訂。
Under these circumstances the opposition camp staged its first filibustering campaign and proposed 1 306 amendments
在會議廳內，我們曾通宵達旦聆聽他們閱讀佛經、《聖經》。
We once heard them read out Buddhist scriptures and Bible verses in the Chamber overnight
傳召鐘聲不但教市民厭倦，亦是令立法會議員感到羞愧的議事現象。
The ringing of the summoning bell is not only annoying to the public but also shameful to Legislative Council Members in the course of deliberation
我猶記得，當楊岳橋經補選首次加入立法會時，我期待這位新任反對派新星可以好好發揮其作用，豈料他一進入議會便要求點算人數。
I still remember that when Alvin YEUNG joined the Legislative Council for the very first time after winning a by - election I expected this rising star from the opposition camp to play to his strengths . I had never expected that he would request a headcount once he set foot in the Chamber
他自己有很多政治理想，但為何加入議會後，只是沉迷於擲東西、搶東西、擲玻璃杯、偷選票、潑臭水、擲臭蛋等不文明的手段呢？
He himself cherished many political ideals so I asked him why he was so obsessed with uncivilized acts after joining the legislature such as hurling objects snatching things flinging drinking glasses stealing ballot papers from the ballot box pouring stinking liquid and hurling stinking substances
為何不好好運用自己議員的身份呢？
I went on to ask him why he did not make good use of his capacity as a Member
我想跟鄭松泰議員或仍然有心聆聽我們發言的人說句，《議事規則》的確不應該隨便或肆意修改。
I wish to say something to Dr CHENG Chung - tai or those who are still willing to heed our speeches . Honestly the Rules of Procedure should not be amended casually or arbitrarily
以前，議會要動用《議事規則》第49B條彈劾議員是極不容易的，我記得首次引用該條便是為了調查甘乃威事件。
In the old days it was extremely difficult to invoke Rule 49B of the Rules of Procedure to censure a Member in the legislature . As I remember that particular rule was invoked for the very first time to inquire into the incident involving KAM Nai - wai
各位議員皆經歷選舉，有民意授權，大家不想用上這方法，但結果卻彷如吃飯般，沒有後果。
All Members were returned from election and commanded a popular mandate . We did not want to do this but the result of the inquiry is like eating in the sense that KAM was not subjected to any consequences
正如《立法會條例》，我是少數建制派議員曾兩次提出引用《條例》成立專責委員會。
As in the case of the Legislative Council Ordinance I am among the few pro - establishment Members who have proposed to invoke the Ordinance for forming a select committee on two occasions
第一次，是在2008年我剛加入立法會當議員，最終成功與反對派攜手根據《條例》成立專責委員會，針對雷曼事件。
The first occasion took place shortly after I joined the Legislative Council as a Member in 2008 . I joined hands with the opposition camp and succeeded in forming a select committee under the Ordinance in the end to address the Lehman incident
雷曼事件的調查歷時足足4年，各議員便彷如學習金融制度般，最後成功促進大和解，並成立金融糾紛調解中心，亦修訂了與銀行業相關的法例，這才是我們需要為民生做的事情。
The inquiry into the Lehman incident spanned a solid four years . Various Members were like students learning about the financial system and in the end we facilitated the conclusion of a settlement and the setting up of the Financial Dispute Resolution Centre and the legislation relating to the banking industry was also amended . This is rather what we need to do for peoples livelihood
在第二次，我最後決定撤回預告，因為政治氣氛和議會已經不再需要動用《條例》調查2019年反修例事件引致的社會騷亂。
On the second occasion I decided to withdraw my notice at the end of the day because under the prevailing political atmosphere the legislature no longer saw the need to invoke the Ordinance for inquiring into the social upheaval resulting from the anti - legislative amendment incident in 2019
主席，我發言支持謝偉俊議員根據《基本法》第七十五條動議修訂《議事規則》的擬議決議案。
President I rise to speak in support of the proposed resolution moved by Mr Paul TSE under Article 75 of the Basic Law that the Rules of Procedure RoP be amended
市民批評這些行為不單浪費了納稅人的金錢，更拖垮了社會發展，亦令許多有利社會民生的議案因而被拖垮或未能通過。
As criticized by the public these acts are not only a waste of taxpayers money but also a drag on societys development since a lot of motions beneficial to society and peoples livelihood have been delayed or failed to gain passage in the Council
他們的整體目的只有一個，就是要拖垮香港的整體發展，令許多民生問題不能及時獲得處理。
The only one overall objective of those Members was to drag on the overall development of Hong Kong by preventing a lot of livelihood issues from being dealt with in a timely manner
市民對他們的批評直截了當："反對派唯恐天下不亂，害死香港"！
The publics comment on them is rather straightforward Wishing to see the whole world in chaos the opposition camp is killing Hong Kong!
議員需有公信力。
Members must have credibility
主席，我當時的解釋很簡單，我告訴他們，《議事規則》其實是用來招呼君子的，屬於君子協定，故無法約束小人。
President my explanation at that time was pretty simple . I told them that since RoP was a gentlemans agreement that only meant for gentlemen it did not serve the purpose of restraining the villains
我相信，這不單是作為代議士的議員須向市民有所交代，更是社會各界所希望看見的。
I believe that Members of this Council as peoples representatives in the legislature do have to be accountable to the public . This is also something that all quarters of society wish to see
主席，《議事規則》的擬議修訂分3方面：第一，是停賽；第二，是經濟制裁；第三，是防止"拉布"出現。
President the proposed amendments to RoP are divided into three aspects first suspension of service; second imposition of financial sanctions; and third prevention of filibuster
主席，我認為現在是時候撥亂反正，堵塞《議事規則》的漏洞，令立法會重回正軌，回復其議事堂真正應有的面貌。
President I think it is time to right the wrongs and plug the loopholes in RoP to enable our legislature to get back on track and look the way it should actually be
我經常說，立法會可不是遊樂場或動物園，即使議員有不同意見，亦可從不同角度辯論。
As I always say the Legislative Council is no playground or zoo . Even if Members have different views they can debate from different perspectives
我認為，任何一位議員也必定能在議會監察政府，只有那些無知的人，才會說立法會不想聽到反對聲音。
In my opinion it is for sure that in this Council every Member is bound to monitor the Government . Only ignorant people would say that the Council wanted to get rid of the voice of dissent
我經常說，這個世界講 求精準，扶貧如是，援助失業也如是，凡事也要精準，如議員發言精準，便有助提高議會的議事效率。
I always say that precision is important in this world and this is the case with poverty alleviation and efforts made to provide assistance to the unemployed . Everything needs to be handled with precision . Precision in Members speeches is conducive to better efficiency of the proceedings of the Council
事實上，多說無謂，行動最實際。
As a matter of fact it is pointless to talk too much since actions speak louder than words
由此可見，我每次落區與市民談話時，他們在向我表達意見之餘，亦會把他們的憂慮及坊間的一些謬論告訴我們。
From this you will see that whenever I visit local neighbourhoods to talk to members of the public they will tell us their worries as well as some of the fallacies in local communities while expressing their views to me
代理主席，有市民希望以一句話作為我這次發言的總結："香港市民忍夠了！
Deputy President a member of the public would like me to conclude my speech in this session today with these words The people of Hong Kong have had enough!
香港市民忍夠了！
The people of Hong Kong have had enough!
他希望透過今次的修訂，議會能撥亂反正，回歸理性討論。
He hopes that the Council will be able to put things back on track so that rational discussions may resume
代理主席，我首先感謝劉業強議員提出的議案，以及何俊賢議員提出的修正案。
Deputy President to begin with I wish to thank Mr Kenneth LAU and Mr Steven HO for their original motion and amendment respectively
政府一向十分重視鄉郊地區居民的福祉，亦重視有關地區的自然生態和人文價值。
All along the Government has attached a great deal of importance to the well - being of residents in rural areas and also to the natural ecology and humanistic value of the areas concerned
今天議案的內容涵蓋基礎建設、運輸、經濟、文化、環保等多個不同的領域，涉及多個政策局的政策範疇，但它們都有一個共同點，就是如何令鄉郊地區的環境和發展更加完善。
The contents of the motion today cover various different domains such as infrastructure development transportation economy culture and environmental protection and it involves the purviews of various Policy Bureaux . But then they all pertain to one question the question of how to improve the environment and development of rural areas
經諮詢各個政策局和部門，我接下來會就各方面的措施作一個概括的介紹。
After consulting various Policy Bureaux and departments I will give on overall introduction on our various measures in the following part of my speech
首先，政府一直致力完善鄉郊地區的基礎建設，亦會適時檢視，並按需要改善各類公共設施。
The first point is that the Government has striven to improve infrastructure development in rural areas . It will conduct timely examination of various public facilities and undertake any improvements on a need basis
舉例而言，政府會定期檢視未有自來水供應的鄉村，並且按既定的原則，考慮為這些鄉村建設供水系統；政府亦適時推展雨水排放工程，改善鄉郊地區的水浸情況。
In the case of those villages without fresh water supply for instance the Government will review their circumstances regularly and consider the construction of a fresh water supply system for them under the established principle . The Government will likewise take forward stormwater drainage works in a timely fashion to rectify the flood problem in rural areas
我們亦一直鼓勵兩間電力公司按社區的實際需求，設置相應的供電設施，以提供可靠、穩定和安全的電力服務；同時，因應鄉村地區的人口情況及其他相關的因素，我們亦會適當地將公共排污網絡擴展至鄉村地區。
Besides we always encourage the two power companies to install corresponding power supply facilities based on actual needs in communities so as to provide reliable stable and safe power supply services . At the same time we will also appropriately expand the public sewerage network to rural areas having regard to their population and other relevant factors
在電訊網絡方面，政府透過資助擴展光纖網絡至偏遠地區計劃，鼓勵電訊商鋪設電訊網絡，以及便利第五代流動網絡的建設。
When it comes to telecommunications networks the Government has put in place the Subsidy Scheme to Extend Fibre - based Networks to Villages in Remote Areas as a means to encourage telecommunications service providers to set up telecommunications networks and facilitate the construction of fifth - generation 5G mobile networks
因應鄉村地區的運輸需要，政府亦會適當地提供或改善有關設施。
In view of the transportation need in rural areas the Government will likewise provide or improve the relevant facilities where appropriate
而就規模不大的工程來說，政府透過鄉郊小型工程計劃的撥款，幫助鄉郊地區建造或改善行人徑、行車通路和排水設施等。
Speaking of works projects that are not large in scale the Government will assist rural areas in constructing or improving their footways vehicular access and drainage facilities with funding from the Rural Public Works Programme
另外，因應鄉村地區的具體情況，政府亦不斷努力，為不同的經濟活動提供誘因，亦為居民提供更多、更優質的就業機會。
Besides having regard to the specific circumstances of rural areas the Government has also devoted ongoing efforts to providing incentives for various economic activities and in turn offering residents more job opportunities of a higher quality
舉例而言，透過剛才何議員都提及的設立農業園，以及為農民提供技術支援等，可以幫助農民務農；透過培訓、財政援助等，亦可以協助漁民發展休閒漁業。
For instance the establishment of agricultural parks as mentioned by Mr HO just now and also the provision of technical support for farmers can assist farmers in undertaking agricultural activities while the provision of training and financial support may also help fishermen develop recreational fisheries
因應鄉郊的特殊環境，政府相關部門亦為有關地區的旅館、食肆等制訂相關的發牌規定或程序指引，便利和鼓勵相關活動的發展。
In view of the exceptional environment of rural areas the relevant government departments have formulated licensing requirements or procedural guidelines for guesthouses and catering businesses in the relevant areas to facilitate and drive the development of related activities
政府亦希望透過科技，令到鄉郊地區的居民生活更加便利、更加安全。
It is also the Governments wish to make the life of residents in rural areas more convenient and safer with the use of technology
在提供便利方面，政府會由2021年4月開始，陸續為多個鄉公所及村公所安裝流動網絡熱點，提供免費流動網絡服務。
In an attempt to bring convenience to such residents the Government will gradually install mobile hotspots at various village offices and village councils from April 2021 onwards to provide free mobile network services
在安全和應急方面，我們亦透過科技，實時監察主要水文數據及泥石壩的情況，以在萬一出現水浸或者山泥傾瀉風險的時候，能夠迅速作出反應。
Speaking of safety and emergency response services we have also adopted technologies for the real - time monitoring of major hydrological data and debris - resistant barriers so that we can give a quick response in the event of flood and landslide risks
另一方面，政府亦十分珍視鄉郊地區的生態價值和文化特色，因此在推動經濟發展之餘，我們亦跟社區聯手，積極保育其原有的生態和文化，以達致可持續發展的目的。
Furthermore the Government also treasures the ecological value and cultural characteristics of rural areas . This explains why in the course of promoting their economic development we have also joined hands with local communities in actively conserving their original ecology and culture so as to achieve the purpose of sustainable development
劉業強議員在他一開始發言時說，究竟發展是"硬道理"，還是保育是"硬道理"呢？
At the beginning of his speech Mr Kenneth LAU asked to this effect Which of them is of unyielding importance?
其實在政府來說，從來我們的看法是，發展和保育可以並行不悖，或者如果用"硬道理"這幾個字來形容，可能達致可持續發展就是"硬道理"。
Development or conservation? . Actually on the part of the Government we always maintain that development and conservation are not mutually exclusive . If the wording unyielding importance must be used then I will say that perhaps achieving sustainable development is of unyielding importance
就此，政府在2019年10月推出了鄉郊保育資助計劃，以推展多元和創新的保育活動和項目；而政府自2019年年初推行的非物質文化遺產資助計劃，亦為不少新界地區的非物質文化遺產項目提供了適切的資助。
In this regard the Government launched the Countryside Conservation Funding Scheme in October 2019 to promote a diversified range of innovative conservation activities and projects and the Intangible Cultural Heritage Funding Scheme implemented by the Government since the beginning of 2019 has also provided appropriate funding support for many intangible cultural heritage projects in the New Territories region
代理主席，要有效推動鄉郊地區的發展，達致城鄉共融，各方面的協調和合作是必不可少的。
Deputy President in order to effectively promote the development of rural areas and achieve inclusiveness for urban and rural development coordination and cooperation involving various sides are indispensable