Former Hong Kong government international law specialist to take over as head of Equal Opportunities Commission
- Linda Lam, who worked in the Department of Justice for almost 30 years, will take over as chairwoman next month
- She replaces Ricky Chu, who will step down on April 11 after five years in the job
They also thanked Ricky Chu Man-kin, who will stand down from the top role after five years in charge when Lam takes over on April 11.
“Ms Lam has a wealth of experience in public service,” a government spokesman said. “She is highly capable and possesses proven leadership skills.
“We believe she will lead the EOC to make new and further contributions in its work in promoting equal opportunities and eliminating discrimination in [Hong Kong].”
He added: “The government also expressed gratitude to Mr Ricky Chu Man-kin, the incumbent chairman, for his invaluable contributions made over his five-year leadership at the EOC and wish to extend to Mr Chu warmest wishes for the future.”
He said Lam spent 20 years at the Department of Justice, where she was a law officer specialising in international work, before she retired.
