Overall Co-ordination of Land Supply

90.         The Steering Committee on Housing Land Supply chaired by the Financial Secretary will be re-organised as the Steering Committee on Land Supply. The new Committee will co-ordinate the overall plans for development and supply of land in Hong Kong for various uses, and adjust supply in response to changes in demand. It will report to me on a regular basis.

91.         The design, planning and implementation of the land development projects I have just mentioned may generate all kinds of controversies, including people's interests, rehousing, environmental protection and living styles. There could also be political hurdles. If we want to remove the impediment of inadequate land supply for social development, we must stand united in overcoming difficulties; if we want to build more residential units, homes for the elderly and hospitals, we must work together to remove obstacles. I pledge that the Government and I will work in a pragmatic and proactive manner to deal with problems, engage the public and rise up to challenges.

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