This Ordinance provides rules relative to the prospecting and mining of minerals. The Ordinance declares that the property and control of all minerals and mineral oils in, under or upon any lands or under any waters within Hong Kong is vested in the Government. To undergo prospecting and mining of minerals a licence shall be obtained by the Commissioner of Mines. The Ordinance sets out procedures for obtaining prospecting licences, mining licences and mining leases and defines rights and duties of licence and lease holders. The Ordinance further provides for: establishment of a Mining Compensation Board for the purpose of hearing appeals; issue of licences for the purchase or possession of specified minerals, which are minerals in their natural state; appointment and functions of mine officers; offences and penalties; etc.
China, RAE de Hong Kong · 1954-10-15