China orders no extravagance during holidays(2)

Government departments have been told to refrain from diverting public funds to pamper officials and workers, the circular said.

Officials are also banned from using their holidays to lobby or bribe people for promotions, as well as buy votes for official selection procedures, according to the circular.

Furthermore, the circular urges no malpractice or holiday gambling by officials.

The circular called on CPC disciplinary and government supervisory authorities at all levels to strictly investigate and punish those who violate the requirements.