The Government today announced the appointments of three senior officials.

Commissioner for Labour May Chan will take up the post of Permanent Secretary for Education on July 2. She will succeed Michelle Li, who will begin pre-retirement leave on the same day.

Deputy Secretary for Health Sam Hui will take up the post of Commissioner for Labour on July 2.

On July 3, Head (Policy Coordination) of the Chief Secretary’s Private Office Kinnie Wong will take up the post of Registrar of Companies. She will succeed Helen Tang, who is on pre-retirement leave. 

Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung said the appointees are all seasoned administrative officers with proven leadership and management skills.

“I have every confidence that they will continue to serve the community with professionalism in their new capacity.”

On the retirements of the two senior officials, Mrs Yeung thanked them for each rendering over 30 years of loyal and dedicated service to the community and making significant contributions to the Government. She also wished them a fulfilling and happy retirement.

“During Ms Li’s tenure as Permanent Secretary for Education, she made commendable efforts in formulating and overseeing the implementation of various policies to promote quality education, developing Hong Kong into an international hub for high-calibre talent, and nurturing young people to become virtuous and capable lifelong learners with global competitiveness, positive values and love for our country and the city.

“She made valuable contributions to enhancing the quality of education, strengthening the professionalism of teachers, enhancing governance of schools and institutions, expanding vocational and professional education and training, promoting the internationalisation and diversification of the post-secondary sector, as well as catering for students with diverse learning needs.”

Regarding Miss Tang, the civil service chief said that during the latter’s tenure as Registrar of Companies, she capably led it in providing efficient, cost-effective and quality services for companies.

“She also paved the way for the company re-domiciliation initiative in Hong Kong, which complements the Government’s efforts in proactively attracting enterprises and investment.”