(This chapter concludes the interim report with an invitation for comments from all quarters of the community)
4.1 We have noted with interest the results of consultant��s research into the latest developments in civil service pay administration in the five selected countries. We also noted what the consultant considered as good practices that might be of relevance to Hong Kong.
4.2 We are, however, of the opinion that until all stakeholders and members of the public have an opportunity to express their views on the consultant��s findings, the Task Force should continue to maintain an open mind. The consultation period which follows the publication of this interim report should provide the opportunity for commenting on the whole range of questions which we are asking, under the five areas of study, in Chapter 3.
4.3 In this respect, we agree with the consultant��s observation that ��Gaining buy-in and commitment to change from key stakeholders is critical. Early consultation with Civil Service managers and staff is an important means of raising awareness about the need and options for change, overcoming concerns and anxieties and benefiting from their thinking in shaping proposed reforms.��(see note 5)
4.4 We will make recommendations in our final report in July 2002. Thereafter, the Standing Commission, in conjunction with the other two advisory bodies, will make recommendations to the Administration in the second half of 2002 on the conduct of the second-phase review.
4.5 In the meantime, we welcome views from all quarters of the community.
4.6 Comments should be forwarded on or before 25 May 2002 to: Joint Secretariat for the Advisory Bodies on Civil Service and Judicial Salaries and Conditions of Service, Room 701, 7th Floor, Tower Two, Lippo Centre, 89 Queensway, Hong Kong. Fax: 2877 0750. E-mail: jsscs@jsscs.gov.hk.
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5. Page 3, Interim Report to the Task Force on the Review of Civil Service Pay Policy and System, PwC Consulting