STH calls on graduates to keep on learning
and enhancing
professionalism
On parade are
41 probationary inspectors and 205 recruit constables
Prof
Cheung noted that the Force had been working closely with the Transport
and Housing Bureau on road safety and related law enforcement
issues.
"With the support of the Force, the legislative amendments on combatting drug driving introduced in mid-March 2012 had produced results. In the first 12 months after the amendments came into effect, police officers made 121 Drug Influence Recognition Observations and conducted 34 Impairment Tests. During this enforcement action, 27 drivers were prosecuted."
A new legislative amendment was also introduced to enhance public light bus safety in mid-April last year. Since then police officers had conducted various territory-wide operations to ensure the safety of road users, he added.
Meanwhile, Prof Cheung pointed out that increasing awareness of civic rights, close media scrutiny and accountability of public officers to the public highlighted the importance of rights and freedom. In such circumstance, police officers faced more challenges and needed to handle processions and demonstrations on top of combatting crime.
Prof Cheung then offered some advice to the graduates. He said they must act with honesty and integrity to maintain public confidence in the Force.
Pointing out that the public were expecting more and more from the police in a fast changing society, he hoped the graduates would put into practice the knowledge and skills they had learned from their training. They should also keep on learning and gaining practical experience to broaden their horizons and enhance professionalism.
As police officers are under tremendous pressure, he also encouraged the graduates to strike a balance between work and life. Wholesome hobbies, spiritual activities and good relationships with family and friends would help relieve work pressure.
Yau Chuen-fai is a graduate of the intake Probationary Inspector (PI) Course 550-551 and winner of the Brian Slevin Trophy and the Baton of Honour. These are by no means his only honours he has pulled off - 20 years ago he won the Shave Cup and the Silver Whistle as a Recruit Police Constable.
PI Yau joined the Force in 1992. He described his training in the former Police Training School (PTS) as "arduous but unforgettable". The moment he started training in PTS, he set a goal of "doing my best in every job". After graduating from PTS, PI Yau worked in a number of different units, accumulating a wealth of experience. After work, he pursued continuous studies, garnering two certificates and a BA degree.
In 2001, he was promoted to Sergeant and Station Sergeant in 2011. But his promotion prospect was not all plain sailing. He conceded that since 1998, he had failed five times in applying for the PI post. Despite this setback, he applied again through the open recruitment last year and later began his PI training in Police College.
Some of PI Yau's colleagues wondered why he did not wait for four more years and opted for the internal recruitment. If he were successful, he would have to receive only 12 weeks' training. His reply was thought provoking: "As long as you are confident about your ability, you should pursue your goals as soon as possible."
Away from classroom for 20 years, PI Yau is not as fit as before. In studies, he took more time to adapt to a new environment, but with zeal and resolve he graduated with the best result as he did 20 years ago. His fighting spirit was contagious to his fellow course members.
PI Yau will work in Airport District, opening up a new chapter of his career. His success story testifies that hard work, zeal and perseverance would eventually pay off.
PI Yau receives his awards
Inspector Lau Siu-lung and his younger brother, Police Constable Lau Siu-ki, both passed out from Police College on April 13, realising a common dream.
They are thrilled to have completed their police training. Siu-lung and Siu-ki have always been very close, sharing bits and pieces with each other during their growing up. Now they will be able to share the challenges lying ahead and work together to serve the community.
For Siu-lung, working in the Force is not only a career but also an ambition. With an outgoing character, he is looking forward to broadening his horizons and fulfilling his mission of serving society. Taking his job as a lifelong career, he sees graduating with his brother at the same time as a major milestone of his life.
Siu-ki takes his brother as a role model. As ambitious as Siu-lung, he hopes the experience he would gain as a police constable and his pursuit for lifelong learning would help him advance to the rank of Inspector.
Their parents are pleased that they have achieved their common goal and hope they would optimise their potential and make a contribution to the Force.
PI
Lau
(right)
with his brother
"With the support of the Force, the legislative amendments on combatting drug driving introduced in mid-March 2012 had produced results. In the first 12 months after the amendments came into effect, police officers made 121 Drug Influence Recognition Observations and conducted 34 Impairment Tests. During this enforcement action, 27 drivers were prosecuted."
A new legislative amendment was also introduced to enhance public light bus safety in mid-April last year. Since then police officers had conducted various territory-wide operations to ensure the safety of road users, he added.
Meanwhile, Prof Cheung pointed out that increasing awareness of civic rights, close media scrutiny and accountability of public officers to the public highlighted the importance of rights and freedom. In such circumstance, police officers faced more challenges and needed to handle processions and demonstrations on top of combatting crime.
Prof Cheung then offered some advice to the graduates. He said they must act with honesty and integrity to maintain public confidence in the Force.
Pointing out that the public were expecting more and more from the police in a fast changing society, he hoped the graduates would put into practice the knowledge and skills they had learned from their training. They should also keep on learning and gaining practical experience to broaden their horizons and enhance professionalism.
As police officers are under tremendous pressure, he also encouraged the graduates to strike a balance between work and life. Wholesome hobbies, spiritual activities and good relationships with family and friends would help relieve work pressure.
Graduates'
success stories
SSGT
Yau advances to PI through open recruitment
Yau Chuen-fai is a graduate of the intake Probationary Inspector (PI) Course 550-551 and winner of the Brian Slevin Trophy and the Baton of Honour. These are by no means his only honours he has pulled off - 20 years ago he won the Shave Cup and the Silver Whistle as a Recruit Police Constable.
PI Yau joined the Force in 1992. He described his training in the former Police Training School (PTS) as "arduous but unforgettable". The moment he started training in PTS, he set a goal of "doing my best in every job". After graduating from PTS, PI Yau worked in a number of different units, accumulating a wealth of experience. After work, he pursued continuous studies, garnering two certificates and a BA degree.
In 2001, he was promoted to Sergeant and Station Sergeant in 2011. But his promotion prospect was not all plain sailing. He conceded that since 1998, he had failed five times in applying for the PI post. Despite this setback, he applied again through the open recruitment last year and later began his PI training in Police College.
Some of PI Yau's colleagues wondered why he did not wait for four more years and opted for the internal recruitment. If he were successful, he would have to receive only 12 weeks' training. His reply was thought provoking: "As long as you are confident about your ability, you should pursue your goals as soon as possible."
Away from classroom for 20 years, PI Yau is not as fit as before. In studies, he took more time to adapt to a new environment, but with zeal and resolve he graduated with the best result as he did 20 years ago. His fighting spirit was contagious to his fellow course members.
PI Yau will work in Airport District, opening up a new chapter of his career. His success story testifies that hard work, zeal and perseverance would eventually pay off.
PI Yau receives his awardsBrothers
realise
common
dream
Inspector Lau Siu-lung and his younger brother, Police Constable Lau Siu-ki, both passed out from Police College on April 13, realising a common dream.
They are thrilled to have completed their police training. Siu-lung and Siu-ki have always been very close, sharing bits and pieces with each other during their growing up. Now they will be able to share the challenges lying ahead and work together to serve the community.
For Siu-lung, working in the Force is not only a career but also an ambition. With an outgoing character, he is looking forward to broadening his horizons and fulfilling his mission of serving society. Taking his job as a lifelong career, he sees graduating with his brother at the same time as a major milestone of his life.
Siu-ki takes his brother as a role model. As ambitious as Siu-lung, he hopes the experience he would gain as a police constable and his pursuit for lifelong learning would help him advance to the rank of Inspector.
Their parents are pleased that they have achieved their common goal and hope they would optimise their potential and make a contribution to the Force.
PI
Lau
(right)
with his brother