Bernadette Linn Hon-ho

Over 250 rare Han dynasty relics on display in major Hong Kong showcase

19 Apr 2026 - 9:27PM

Dedicated Northern Metropolis laws may speed up projects by 1 year, minister says

29 Mar 2026 - 7:33PM

Northern Metropolis boundary changes will need Legco approval, minister says

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says she cannot see a need to adjust the boundaries at this stage.

25 Mar 2026 - 3:44AM

Under the Northern Metropolis scheme, 30,000 hectares of land will be turned into an engine for economic growth and a housing hub. Photo: Eugene Lee

Northern Metropolis to streamline land approval process from 9 to 2 months: sources

New legislation intended to align with newly unveiled 15th national five-year plan and speed up megaproject development.

16 Mar 2026 - 10:29PM

Legal framework for Northern Metropolis to be tabled at Legco on March 24

Latest budget is seeking HK$30 billion in initial capital for development of Hetao Hong Kong Park, San Tin Technopole and Shui Kiu Industry Park.

1 Mar 2026 - 10:29PM

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong extends building inspection deadline for contractor conviction checks

Some records are ‘definitely quite severe’ and include prosecutions for corruption and bribery, development chief Bernadette Linn says.

24 Jan 2026 - 7:38PM

Workers remove damaged bamboo scaffolding at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong authorities could vet construction firm directors to tighten oversight

Development chief says government could extend checks beyond project’s authorised person to help plug loopholes after Tai Po fire.

21 Jan 2026 - 9:22PM

Hong Kong to roll out tender platform upgraded after Tai Po fire in second half

Under new system, Urban Renewal Authority will conduct strict scrutiny of directors of contractors and consultants.

19 Jan 2026 - 12:32AM

Explainer | Bid-rigging clamp, smoke-free construction sites: Hong Kong Legco gets cracking

The Post looks into measures proposed in response to last year’s Wang Fuk Court fire.

15 Jan 2026 - 6:18PM

The eighth Legislative Council held its first meeting on Wednesday morning. Photo: Eugene Lee

Gaps laid bare by deadly Hong Kong fire focus of first Legco meeting of new term

City leader John Lee outlines government priorities in wake of November’s blaze, with resettlement of residents and investigations topping list.

15 Jan 2026 - 12:23AMvideocam

Chief Executive John Lee walks in the Legislative Council chamber as new Legco president Starry Lee looks on. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong plans to complete Kowloon waterfront promenade projects by 2028

Development Bureau says link-up will extend total length of pedestrian pathways on both sides of Victoria Harbour to 34km.

11 Jan 2026 - 10:11PM

Including suppliers in new Hong Kong rules on scaffolding nets ‘overreaching’

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says there is no need for an across-the-board switch from bamboo to metal scaffolding.

10 Jan 2026 - 8:17PMvideocam

Opinion | Northern Metropolis can combine best of central planning and free market

Guided by the national five-year plans, the Hong Kong government is changing policies and offering attractive terms for the project.

10 Jan 2026 - 5:30AM

Editorial | New strategy for the Northern Metropolis may be a game changer

The more agile corporate-led strategy, which balances government leadership with market mechanics, could be a blueprint for managing other projects.

2 Jan 2026 - 7:15AM

The Hung Shui Kiu development area in the Northern Metropolis is seen on December 30, 2025. Photo: Sam Tsang

New Hong Kong industrial park eyes edge in smart manufacturing, Chinese medicine

Some industries have indicated interest in settling in Hung Shui Kiu, such as makers of environmentally friendly concrete, official says.

30 Dec 2025 - 7:59PM

Hong Kong sets up Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator, sweetens land tender

Development Bureau says Hung Shui Kiu Industry Park Company will be fully operational by mid-2026, land tender with incentives to run for six months.

30 Dec 2025 - 12:10AM

Crime in Hong Kong

9 arrested over submitting 45 fake equipment certificates for Hong Kong projects

Police apprehend nine people after receiving several reports alleging subcontractor used fake documents for government construction projects.

25 Dec 2025 - 4:53PM

Police have said the nine suspects include three company directors. Photo: Handout

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong bid-rig bigwigs paid kickbacks in Shenzhen saunas: building veteran

Former senior project manager says syndicates linked to triads, and bosses, colleagues and peers routinely engaged in under-the-table dealings.

22 Dec 2025 - 3:15PM

‘No leniency’: Hong Kong minister vows tougher safety laws after Tai Po fire

Development chief Bernadette Linn says authorities must ‘thoroughly review the existing system with a heavy hand’.

20 Dec 2025 - 8:27PM

No need for complete switch from bamboo to metal scaffolding: Hong Kong minister

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn’s stance marks shift from Chief Secretary Eric Chan’s remarks following Tai Po fire.

11 Dec 2025 - 11:09PM

Damaged bamboo scaffolding is removed from the scene of the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong mandates proof, tests for fire-retardant scaffolding nets after blaze

New rules will not only cover buildings undergoing major maintenance but also new blocks under construction, with some flexibility.

12 Dec 2025 - 6:03PMvideocam

The fire began on bamboo scaffolding nets and spread rapidly across seven of Wang Fuk Court’s eight blocks, burning for 43 hours. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong considers designated labs to test scaffolding nets after deadly blaze

Stricter checks to be imposed on materials sampled on site amid concern over allegedly falsified safety documents.

12 Dec 2025 - 6:04PMvideocam

Hong Kong orders scaffold netting to be removed at 200 sites in wake of inferno

Police have arrested six men from company responsible for fire alarm system at Wang Fuk Court for allegedly making false declarations.

4 Dec 2025 - 2:58AMvideocam

Hong Kong property

Chinachem secures plot in Hong Kong’s Tsuen Wan for US$318 million

Private developer outbids eight others for the site, which is expected to yield 780 flats.

19 Nov 2025 - 3:33AM

The site is near the Tsuen Wan West MTR station. Photo: Google Maps

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s top developers vie for rare Tsuen Wan site in test of land market

Nine bidders have lodged offers for the city’s only residential site this quarter.

14 Nov 2025 - 6:46PM

View of a plot at the junction of Wing Shun Street and Texaco Road in Tsuen Wan. Photo Edmond So