Chief Executive Tung Chee Hwa has been informed that Operations Review Committee chairman Andrew Chuang has asked the ICAC to submit a report on the handling of a case involving an alleged conspiracy to pervert the course of public justice.

Responding to enquiries today, the Chief Executive's Office said the existing mechanism to monitor the ICAC's operation has been operating well. A well-established system is also in place to handle grievances and complaints.

In line with past practice, Mr Tung will not interfere with any independent investigations conducted by the ICAC.

The Government always strives to safeguard press freedom and the rule of law. Hong Kong has adequate legislation to safeguard press freedom.

Any organisation or people dissatisfied with the operation in question can resolve the matter through legal channels and the existing mechanism.