Secretary for Security Chris Tang says responsibility for fire safety ultimately lies with the Fire Services Department, amid fallout from deadly Tai Po blaze.
Cases involving older Hongkongers rose by 17 per cent in first quarter, with police saying those with investment history are more vulnerable.
Lack of documents and lengthy process cited as barriers for homeless residents in applying for fee waivers.
Residents returning to Wang Fuk Court after last November’s fire make tough choices on what to pack and what to leave behind.
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Those in two districts will begin new arrangement this month, while visitors at paediatric wards will also get 24-hour access by end of July.
Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong calls for new approach to supervise children’s gaming activity, after surveying families’ attitudes to video games.
System, which triggers high-pitched alarm on mobile phones, would have offered little help as it takes up to one hour to activate, officer says.
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Judge David Lok urges distinction between firefighting and fire prevention, says officers at the scene had to make many difficult decisions.
Group are latest batch of residents to return to their flats in Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court under special government arrangement.
On second day of residents’ return to their devastated homes, some bid emotional farewell while others say three hours is insufficient time for packing.
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Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says first day of phased re-entry proceeded ‘in an orderly manner’ and describes process as ‘largely smooth’.
Oral medicine subsidies for patients aged 25 or above began early this year but adults still lack public funding for injections.
Grief counsellor and psychologist help residents prepare physically and mentally for the expected ‘sensory shock’ of returning to ravaged homes.
Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau says influencers’ itineraries were tailored to their markets and audiences.
Security Bureau says nearly all young protest offenders have taken part in Project PATH, with a recidivism rate of just 0.2 per cent.
Burglary fears resurface after resident reports drawers and boxes containing cash and jewellery had been rummaged through, prompting police investigation.
Boy band member fined for careless driving in crash last year, and separately for running a red light and failing to display a probationary “P” plate.
Judge says mainland Chinese defendant showed negligence but no intent to defraud, noting her visa agent may have submitted false details.
Pilot scheme includes seven murals, with one already created on Jenford Building in the heart of city’s ‘Little Thailand’.
Review includes possible penalty increases, expanding powers of Fire Services Department, and examination of legal liability of those who buy illegal fuel.
City’s airport also recognised for security standards and facilities.
Route will stretch 3.5km, connecting Kai Tak Cruise Terminal to MTR station, with four stops in between.
Leung Chi-wa, 61, found guilty of dangerous driving causing death after judge rejects claims he suffered momentary lapse of judgment.
Hong Kong authorities plan to find a nearby site for parking and provide shuttle buses to the checkpoint building.
Hong Kong authorities crack down on yet another local case of contraband fuel amid oil price surge caused by US-Israel war against Iran.
City government accuses Britain of interfering in local affairs after UK publishes report on Sino-British Joint Declaration’s implementation.
Police receive report that man, who is in his sixties, fell while working at building at 88 Yeung Uk Road.
Bright orange flames and thick black smoke seen at Tai Po site after blast.
Man, 57, was on holiday with colleague and had tried to reach wild berries when his hand touched lamp post.
Fellow utility firm CLP Power earlier increased fuel cost adjustment charge due to discrepancy between actual fuel prices and forecasts.