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Hong Kong Medical Council rejects proposed complaint handling time frames

The Hong Kong Medical Council has rejected a government proposal to establish target time frames for handling complaints. In a written submission to the Legislative Council, the council stated that such time frames are unnecessary and can be managed administratively, aligning with the practices of other government departments and statutory bodies. The council also rejected proposed reforms concerning its disciplinary sentencing, supervision, and membership. AI

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Hong Kong Medical Council rejects proposed complaint handling time frames

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Elizabeth Cheung ·

    Hong Kong Medical Council rejects proposal on time frame for handling complaints

    Hong Kong’s medical watchdog has said a target time frame for handling complaints will not be necessary as it presented its rebuttal against a government proposal that includes major reforms to its operations, disciplinary sentencing, internal supervision and membership make-up. …