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Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and policy address scheduled for Wednesday

Janice Tse says the plan will pair an effective market with a proactive government as Hong Kong aligns with national strategy.

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Government & Politics · 14 Sep

Reports: deed restrictions could be waived for outlying-island guesthouses in buildings of three storeys or fewer

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Government & Politics · 13 Sep

Youth IDEAS calls for dedicated youth chapter in Hong Kong’s five-year plan

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Government & Politics · 13 Sep

Tung Chee-hwa dies as former colleagues recall his first-term challenges

Former officials described the difficulty of establishing Hong Kong’s first post-handover administration under “one country, two systems”.

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Government & Politics · 12 Sep

Hong Kong police chief says there is no fixed national-security red line for public activities

Organisers of public processions must notify police, who say they will consider security, safety, public order and the rights of participants and non-participants.

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Government & Politics · 12 Sep

Minister says Hong Kong plans criminal law for serious building bid-rigging

A stricter prequalification scheme for engineering consultants and contractors is planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.

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Government & Politics · 12 Sep

Hong Kong proposes seven-day cooling-off period for prepaid beauty and fitness contracts

The plan also includes a proposed 14-day refund period, a possible two-year cap and a three-month deadline to start services.

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Government & Politics · 12 Sep

Yuen Long pipe burst prompts phased replacement of 100 metres of water main

Pavement works are expected in phases, with water shutdowns arranged after the evening peak when the new pipe is connected.

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Government & Politics · 11 Sep

Hong Kong prepares for expected mainland visitor rise during two holiday periods

A cross-department meeting will coordinate arrangements for the Mid-Autumn Festival long weekend and National Day Golden Week, with stronger enforcement against coercive shopping planned.

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Government & Politics · 11 Sep

G19 lawmakers urge Hong Kong to set maritime decarbonisation roadmap, prioritise Kai Tak shore power

The group wants a cross-department mechanism, funding support and a timetable for facilities at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and Kwai Tsing Container Terminals.

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Government & Politics · 11 Sep

Hong Kong has no plans to cap arrivals under talent schemes, Chris Sun says

The comments came after a University of Hong Kong researcher proposed an immigration limit based on the city’s capacity and regular reviews of labour needs.

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Government & Politics · 11 Sep

Water supply restored to seven Wong Tai Sin estates after overnight pipe repair

The Water Supplies Department completed emergency works on a leaking 750mm main on Po Kong Village Road at 4am on 11 September 2026.

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Government & Politics · 10 Sep

Lawmakers proposes iAM Smart checks for delivery couriers and estate access

Lee Kwok-yu says identity verification could help address suspected illegal work and account sharing, but no adoption details have been confirmed.

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Government & Politics · 10 Sep

Six-grade civil service recruitment exercise opens on September 12

Eligible Hong Kong permanent residents, including graduates in the 2026–27 and 2027–28 academic years, can apply online until October 2, 2026.

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Government & Politics · 10 Sep

Two mainland visitors arrested in Hong Kong operation targeting suspected unlicensed tour guiding

The pair were detained during a two-day joint operation in Sai Kung and Central, with authorities planning more inspections before the National Day Golden Week holiday.