AFCD’s special work arrangements starting from February 24

     In light of the extension of special work arrangements for government departments, the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) announced today (February 22) that starting from next Monday (February 24), licensing services counters at Cheung Sha Wan Government Offices and the Marine Parks Office at CDW Building, 388 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan, to cater the needs of users, will continue to provide basic and limited services to members of the public on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9.30am to noon and 2pm to 5pm until further notice.

     The AFCD appeals to the public to use the above counter services only when in urgent need. Members of the public are encouraged to handle their licence or permit applications through email, post or fax. Relevant documents can also be put in the drop-in box at the ground floor of Cheung Sha Wan Government Offices. For detailed information and contacts, please refer to the AFCD website: www.afcd.gov.hk.

     Moreover, the provision of anti-rabies dog inoculations and dog licensing services conducted by the Animal Management Centres under the AFCD will continue to be provided on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, from 9.30am to noon and 2pm to 4.30pm, whereas all other Anti-Rabies Dog Inoculation and Licensing Centres will continue be closed until further notice. For details, please visit the designated website: www.pets.gov.hk.

     The Department will step up cleansing and sterilising services at the above locations to ensure public health.

     Meanwhile, AFCD public facilities will remain temporarily closed.

     For enquiries, please call the AFCD on 2708 8885.