Experts also urge authorities to restore market confidence following failed first land bid under Private Subsidised Sale Flat Pilot Scheme.
Trains will not stop at Prince Edward, Mong Kok, Yau Ma Tei and Ho Man Tin stations on Kwun Tong line as firm carries out unprecedented upgrades.
Real estate consultant says government should increase proportion of private homes in housing supply as economy improves.
Communist Party third plenary session says Beijing supports Hong Kong’s status as ‘international finance, maritime and trading centre’.
Japanese minister in charge of World Expo 2025 promotes event on visit to city amid concerns of overtourism because of weak yen.
Development minister Bernadette Linn hopes measures will take effect in mid-December, rejects concerns that move only benefits developers.
Authorities issue dozens of removal orders and statutory notices to homeowners after Post investigation reveals widespread breaches of law.
Society for Protection of the Harbour Winston Chu says government will become ‘judge of its own cause’ if development made easier.
The Post unpacks the government’s suggestions to impose stiffer penalties to combat illegal ride-hailing services and rely on licensing to regulate platforms.
Transport and Logistics Bureau says it will also strengthen local taxi services through launch of premium cab fleets next year.
Housing Authority says proposed monthly rent hike to range between HK$49 and HK$572, with about 60 per cent of tenants set to pay up to HK$250 extra.
Man conscious after knife attack and able to report incident to police; taken to Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin for treatment.
Developers say 7:3 ratio for public-to-private flat supply should be adjusted for proposed innovation hub in New Territories.
Official says firms should not be deterred from project’s attractiveness, but Town Planning Board member questions lack of oversight.
Hong Kong permanent residents with foreign passports can apply for Beijing’s new five-year multi-entry mainland China travel permit on July 10.
Lee given top-tier Grand Bauhinia Medal along with four others including lawmaker Martin Liao and academic Lau Siu-kai.
City leader pledges to focus on economic growth, improving livelihoods and seizing opportunities offered by mainland in third year in office.
Lawmakers and tech professionals say city can’t afford to stall project, as Town Planning Board holds first public hearing with stakeholders.
Association says it will stop putting up abandoned animals for adoption after years of fighting for licence in legal ‘grey area’.
Chief Executive John Lee tells Post that U-turn on controversial waste-charging scheme was a learning experience rather than a policy failure.
Lee also points to city’s tax system as an advantage, with investors able to ‘take home’ earnings without paying dividend or capital gains taxes.
City will also continue to fight ‘a serious disinformation campaign’ orchestrated by the West, chief executive says.
Suspect is third to be charged under city’s domestic national security law, which was enacted earlier this year.
Judges doubtful over defence claim that Tai played ‘rather limited’ role in plan to bring down government through unofficial Legco ‘primary’.
Back-to-back incidents threaten city’s reputation as an aviation hub, despite reclaiming accolades such as the world’s busiest cargo airport.
Experts say more use of social media and QR codes should be made to update passengers in the event of airport disruptions.
Lawmakers and experts express concerns about computer malfunction and question why backup system failed.
Electricity supplier CLP says ‘unstable weather’ affected overhead power lines, causing a voltage dip which interrupted supply.
Airport staff resort to hastily writing departure times and gate numbers on whiteboards after digital screens failed to update.
Town Planning Board to meet residents next week amid concerns over plan to fill in fish ponds and rezone current wetland areas.
