JPOA office-bearers swear in
JPOA First
Vice-president, Mr Chan Wai-ming, accepts from Mr Tsang letters of
appointment on behalf of JPOA unit representatives
Speaking
of
JPOA's objectives at the ceremony, President Chan Cho-kwong said the
association strived for Junior Police Officers' reasonable fringe
benefits and pay, especially safeguarding their legitimate rights.
Though the authorities have set pre-conditions, JPOA would continue to
strive for a five-day working week. At the same time, the association
hopes the authorities would proceed as soon as possible with the Grade
Structure Review and seriously study the feasibility of introducing a
"flexible and voluntary" retirement age and allowing officers who had
made the ultimate sacrifice to be buried in Gallant Garden on a
permanent basis.
Mr Chan said: "Police officers work three shifts a day, maintaining law and order and protecting life and property. Few people appreciate the pressure they come across in discharging these duties. In the past, they were occasionally subjected to scolding, taunting and jeering, but they remained restraint and steadfast.
"We safeguard the rule of law in accordance with the fine traditions of our Force. We discharge our duties with fairness, impartiality and royalty, ensuring Hong Kong remains one of the safest cities in the world."
He continued: "Hong Kong is our home and every officer recognises he or she has a responsibility to serve Hong Kong. While taking work pressure in their strides, they hope they could win the support and recognition of the people. We adhere to the Force's vision, mission, and values in an effort to safeguard Hong Kong people's freedom and their values pertaining to rule of law."
Also speaking at the ceremony, Mr Tsang pointed out: "The Force is a major law enforcement agency. The daily workload of our frontline officers is complex and heavy. The President just described how tough the job of frontline police officers is. The management staff and I share the same sentiment. On behalf of the Force management, I pay tribute to every officer who works so hard to serve the people.
"In today's society, the problems, challenges and impacts officers face every day can hardly be described in a few words. Frontline officers discharge their duties without fear and favour, displaying perseverance, determination and professionalism, and earning the praise and recognition of many people.
"The Force management do recognise the hardship and problems frontline officers came across whilst discharging their duties, especially those related to major public order events. We respect people's rights to express their views in peaceful gatherings or processions, but police have the right to take appropriate action in respect of those whose behaviour beach the law and pose a threat to public order and safety. The Force is proud of the diligence and resolution officers showed at work in the past year."
Mr Tsang told officers: "Everyday, the Force management pay attention to frontline officers' job. You're professional and serious in whatever you do, be it walking the beat or dealing with an emergency, coming up with a good performance in preventing and fighting crime. It is with your enthusiasm and professionalism that the Force is able to maintain law and order and earn the trust of the general public. It is with your continuous efforts that Hong Kong people are able to live and work in peace."
Referring to the matters raised by the JPOA President, Mr Tsang said the Force management would bring the matters to the attention of the authorities through established channels. "I've no doubt the management and JPOA would continue to work closely for the stability and prosperity of Hong Kong," Mr Tsang noted.
Singing the praises of the Force as a professional team, Ms Tam said: "I'm confident officers would continue making a great contribution and earning public support and recognition."
Mr Chan said: "Police officers work three shifts a day, maintaining law and order and protecting life and property. Few people appreciate the pressure they come across in discharging these duties. In the past, they were occasionally subjected to scolding, taunting and jeering, but they remained restraint and steadfast.
"We safeguard the rule of law in accordance with the fine traditions of our Force. We discharge our duties with fairness, impartiality and royalty, ensuring Hong Kong remains one of the safest cities in the world."
He continued: "Hong Kong is our home and every officer recognises he or she has a responsibility to serve Hong Kong. While taking work pressure in their strides, they hope they could win the support and recognition of the people. We adhere to the Force's vision, mission, and values in an effort to safeguard Hong Kong people's freedom and their values pertaining to rule of law."
Also speaking at the ceremony, Mr Tsang pointed out: "The Force is a major law enforcement agency. The daily workload of our frontline officers is complex and heavy. The President just described how tough the job of frontline police officers is. The management staff and I share the same sentiment. On behalf of the Force management, I pay tribute to every officer who works so hard to serve the people.
CP praises officers
"In today's society, the problems, challenges and impacts officers face every day can hardly be described in a few words. Frontline officers discharge their duties without fear and favour, displaying perseverance, determination and professionalism, and earning the praise and recognition of many people.
"The Force management do recognise the hardship and problems frontline officers came across whilst discharging their duties, especially those related to major public order events. We respect people's rights to express their views in peaceful gatherings or processions, but police have the right to take appropriate action in respect of those whose behaviour beach the law and pose a threat to public order and safety. The Force is proud of the diligence and resolution officers showed at work in the past year."
Mr Tsang told officers: "Everyday, the Force management pay attention to frontline officers' job. You're professional and serious in whatever you do, be it walking the beat or dealing with an emergency, coming up with a good performance in preventing and fighting crime. It is with your enthusiasm and professionalism that the Force is able to maintain law and order and earn the trust of the general public. It is with your continuous efforts that Hong Kong people are able to live and work in peace."
Referring to the matters raised by the JPOA President, Mr Tsang said the Force management would bring the matters to the attention of the authorities through established channels. "I've no doubt the management and JPOA would continue to work closely for the stability and prosperity of Hong Kong," Mr Tsang noted.
Singing the praises of the Force as a professional team, Ms Tam said: "I'm confident officers would continue making a great contribution and earning public support and recognition."
