Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Film Archive’s “Morning Matinee” series to revisit all-rounded acting career of Cheng Pei-pei
Known as the “Queen of Wuxia Films”, Cheng Pei-pei remains a prominent figure in the film industry since the 1960s. With her solid foundation in dance, she captured the hearts of audiences with her image of a swordswoman embodying chivalry and grace. Cheng’s acting career also expanded from film to television, dazzling in various fields.
In the romantic dramas “Lovers’ Rock” (1964) and “Song of the Orchid Island” (1965), exuding youthful vitality, Cheng delivered convincing performances as a pure and vivacious young lady, radiating natural charm amid the spectacular scenery of a fishing harbour and a remote island.
Cheng starred in numerous classic wuxia films during her tenure with Shaw Brothers, including “Come Drink with Me” (1966), “The Golden Swallow” (1968) and “Dragon Swamp” (1969). Whether portraying a dashing heroine, a naive and innocent daughter who is new to the martial arts world, or a loving mother with a profound devotion to her daughter, Cheng’s performances in the films are always on point.
In addition to her achievements in wuxia films, Cheng fully showcased her dance skills in the musical film “Hong Kong Nocturne” (1967). In the spy comedy “Operation Lipstick” (1967), Cheng illustrated her ability as a comedian in a film with a farcical plot.
“None but the Brave” (1973) marked Cheng’s kung fu film debut, in which she perfectly mastered a physically demanding style of performance. In “Painted Faces” (1988), the veteran instructor of a traditional opera troupe she portrayed brought an elegant tenderness to a repressed romance. In classic comedy “Flirting Scholar” (1993), Cheng embraced an exaggerated, comedic performance as Madame Wah, turning this supporting role into one of her most iconic comedic masterpieces.
Some screenings will be accompanied by post-screening talks, hosted by Grace Ng, Eric Tsang, Matthew Cheng and Thomas Shin.
Tickets priced at $40 will be available at URBTIX (www.urbtix.hkIssued at HKT 12:50
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Appointments to Private Columbaria Licensing Board announced
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Appointments to Private Columbaria Licensing Board announced
The Licensing Board is a statutory body established under section 8(1) of the Private Columbaria Ordinance (Cap. 630) for regulating the operation and management of private columbaria, in particular for handling the applications for specified instruments (licence, exemption and temporary suspension of liability), issuing relevant guidelines and codes of practice, and handling complaints, etc.Director of Food and Environmental Hygiene (Chairperson)Dr James Wong Kong-tin (Deputy Chairperson)
Ms Cally Chan Shan-shan
Mr Cheng Kit-hung
Mr Cheung King-wai
Dr Cheung Tin-cheung
Ms Winnie Fan Chui-wah
Ms Christina Maisenne Lee
Mr Leung Sze-kit
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Senior appointment at Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced today (September 4) that the Financial Secretary, on the advice of the Governance Sub-Committee of the Exchange Fund Advisory Committee, has approved the appointment of Ms Mayanna To as the General Counsel, at the rank of Executive Director, with effect from February 12, 2027.
Ms To will succeed Ms Karen Kemp who will retire in February 2027. As the General Counsel, Ms To will be responsible for providing legal advice and guidance in relation to all aspects of the HKMA’s functions.
The Chief Executive of the HKMA, Mr Eddie Yue, said, “Karen has worked in the HKMA for over 30 years. She has been providing high quality legal advice on different aspects of work in the HKMA. I would like to thank Karen for her eminent service and her contributions to the HKMA’s work over the years. My colleagues and I wish her all the best in a new chapter of life.”
The CV of Ms To is attached at Annex.
Approved Kwun Tong (South) Outline Zoning Plan amended
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Approved Kwun Tong (South) Outline Zoning Plan amended * The Secretariat of the Town Planning Board reserves the right to require the representer to provide identity proof for verification.Issued at HKT 16:00
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Government launches public consultation on proposed amendments to Sweeteners in Food Regulations
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
The Government today (September 4) launched a three-month public consultation exercise on the proposed amendments to the Sweeteners in Food Regulations (Cap. 132U) to invite views from the public.
Sweeteners are food additives that impart a sweet taste to food in place of sugars. Like other food additives, sweeteners are permitted for use only after stringent safety evaluations that demonstrate they are fit for consumption. The Regulations stipulate that no person shall sell, consign, deliver or import any food containing sweeteners, except the permitted sweeteners.
The Environment and Ecology Bureau and the Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department have reviewed the Regulations and proposed amendments to update Hong Kong’s food safety standards. The proposed amendments have primarily made reference to the General Standard for Food Additives formulated by the Codex Alimentarius Commission, which was established by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization. The proposed legislative amendments include bringing polyhydric alcohols under the regulatory scope, expanding the list of permitted sweeteners, setting maximum permitted levels for different “sweetener-food” pairs, as well as making technical amendments, with a view to better protecting public health and harmonising with international standards. The proposed amendments are supported by the Expert Committee on Food Safety, which comprises local, Mainland and overseas experts. The Government also briefed the Legislative Council Panel on Food Safety and Environmental Hygiene in June this year on the proposed legislative amendments, which received general support from the Panel.
A Government spokesman said, “Apart from enhancing the protection of food safety, the proposed amendments expand the list of permitted sweeteners to offer more choices for the trade and consumers. At the same time, harmonising local food safety standards for sweeteners with non-local standards helps facilitate the food trade. To allow reasonable preparation time for the trade and other stakeholders, the Government proposes to provide an 18-month transitional period following completion of the legislative procedure for the subsidiary legislation to amend the Regulations.”
The consultation document can be downloaded from the CFS website (www.cfs.gov.hk/english/whatsnew_fstr_Proposed_Amendments_Sweeteners_Food_Regulation.html). Members of the public may submit their written views on the proposed amendments by email (sweetener_consultation@fehd.gov.hk), fax (2893 3547) or post (43/F, Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, Hong Kong) within the consultation period.
The Government will also conduct consultation forums to collect views from the public. For details, please refer to the CFS website.
Contractor fined for violation of safety legislation
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
In Construction Limited was fined $640,000 at the Shatin Magistrates’ Courts today (September 4) for violating the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance, the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Lifting Appliances and Lifting Gear) Regulations and the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Safety Management) Regulation. The prosecutions were launched by the Labour Department.
The case involved a fatal accident that occurred on September 30, 2025, at a foundation construction site in Tai Po. While a crawler-mounted crane was slewing on a steel platform, a female worker who stayed near the crane was suddenly trapped between the rear end of the crane and the metal railing of the steel platform. She was certified dead in hospital later that day.
Proposed amendments to footbridge in Kwun Tong gazetted
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4
The Government gazetted today (September 4) the proposed amendments to the works of a footbridge in Kwun Tong, in order to delete a section of the originally proposed footbridge along How Ming Lane and across How Ming Street.
Details of the proposed amendments are set out in the Annex. The amendment plan and amendment scheme are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours:
Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
G/F, Harbour Building,
38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong
Kwun Tong Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
G/F, Eastcore,
398 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon
District Lands Office, Kowloon East,
4/F, South Tower, West Kowloon Government Offices,
11 Hoi Ting Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon
The gazette notice, amendment scheme, amendment plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html.
Any person who wishes to object to the proposed amendments is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means:
- by post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau’s Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays);
- by fax to 2868 4643; or
- by email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk.
A notice of objection should describe the objector’s interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the proposed amendments. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than November 3, 2026.
Special traffic and transport arrangements for 2026/2027 horse race meetings in Happy Valley
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Special traffic and transport arrangements for 2026/2027 horse race meetings in Happy Valley——————————–
2. From about 35 minutes before the start of the last race, the following road sections will be closed to all vehicular traffic until the closed road sections reopen:
(i) the slip road connecting Wong Nai Chung Road and the Aberdeen Tunnel;
(ii) the section of Wong Nai Chung Road southbound between Queen’s Road East and the slip road connecting Wong Nai Chung Road and the Aberdeen Tunnel;
(iii) the section of Wong Nai Chung Road southbound between Village Road and near Parsee Cemetery; and
(iv) the section of Morrison Hill Road southbound between Leighton Road and Queen’s Road East.
Public transport service arrangements
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1. In connection with the above road closure and traffic diversion arrangements, franchised bus and green minibus routes operating in the affected areas will be temporarily diverted from about 35 minutes before the start of the last race. Meanwhile, the bus stops on Leighton Road eastbound near Matheson Street, Morrison Hill Road southbound near Sports Road and at the junction of Leighton Road westbound and Wong Nai Chung Road will also be temporarily suspended;
2. The tram stop on Wong Nai Chung Road outside the Hong Kong Cemetery will be suspended from about one hour prior to the start of the last race; and
3. In connection with the horse race meeting arrangements at the Happy Valley Racecourse, the taxi stand on Sung Tak Street and on-street parking spaces on Wong Nai Chung Road southbound between Sports Road and Blue Pool Road will be temporarily suspended in the following periods:
(i) day meetings – from 11am to 7pm; and
(ii) night meetings – from 5pm to 11.59pm
The TD anticipates that the traffic in the vicinity of affected areas will be very congested during the horse race meetings. Motorists are advised to avoid driving to the affected areas as far as possible. Members of the public planning to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport services as far as possible. The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and implement appropriate measures whenever necessary.
For details of the special traffic and public transport arrangements, members of the public may visit the TD’s website (www.td.gov.hkIssued at HKT 18:45
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DH completes investigation into Serious Untoward Event involving “Heal Fertility Limited”
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
DH completes investigation into Serious Untoward Event involving “Heal Fertility Limited”
In early July, the DH revealed that the DPC had breached the Code of Practice by failing to report to the DH within the stipulated timeframe after identifying an error in the embryo biopsy specimens sent for laboratory testing. Upon learning of the incident, the DH immediately deployed staff to the DPC to investigate and instructed the person-in-charge of the DPC to submit an investigation report within four weeks. The DPC was also required to implement a series of improvement measures, including immediately suspending the acceptance of new cases for reproductive technology procedures and making appropriate arrangements for individuals receiving relevant services at the DPC.
On July 7, the Council on Human Reproductive Technology (Council) suspended 14 out of 17 licensed treatment services of the DPC, allowing only three services related to the storage of gametes or embryos to continue pending the completion of the investigation.
The DH received the report submitted by the DPC on July 29, which covered immediate measures and long-term improvement plans. The DPC has also implemented several remedial measures regarding the handling and storage of embryos and embryo biopsy specimens.
The DH has concluded that the DPC was non-compliant with the Code of Practice regarding timely reporting of Serious Untoward Events. Accordingly, the DH has issued regulatory requirements and reminded the DPC that it must report such events within 24 hours of identification. The DH also noted that the DPC had revised its procedures and reporting forms to ensure staff compliance with the requirements of the Code of Practice for reporting Serious Untoward Events going forward. The DH will continue to monitor the effectiveness of these measures.
The DH also noted that the Council convened a special meeting yesterday (September 3) to review the investigation report of its Investigation Committee and discuss matters related to the licence issued under the Council. The Council has instructed the DPC to implement further remedial measures. Until the Council makes a decision on the licensing matter, the DPC may only continue to provide three storage services for gametes or embryos.
Given that the incident may involve intentional unlawful conduct by an individual, a Police investigation is ongoing. The DH has reminded the DPC to strengthen security measures and will maintain close liaison with the Police and provide necessary professional support to safeguard public safety.
The DH reiterates that all private healthcare facilities licensed to provide reproductive technology procedures must strictly comply with the relevant licensing conditions and the Codes of Practice stipulated by the DH and the Council.
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Council on Human Reproductive Technology wraps up its investigation into incident regarding mix-up in embryo biopsy specimens involving “Heal Fertility Limited”
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Council on Human Reproductive Technology wraps up its investigation into incident regarding mix-up in embryo biopsy specimens involving “Heal Fertility Limited”
Regarding the incident involving a mix-up of embryo biopsy specimens at a licensed human reproductive technology centre in Central, “Heal Fertility Limited” (Heal Fertility), the Investigation Committee under the Council has completed its investigation and submitted a report to the Council. The Council convened a special meeting on September 3 evening to review the report and discuss matters related to the licence of Heal Fertility.
Having thoroughly considered the report, the Council accepted its conclusion that the main cause of the incident may involve intentional unlawful conduct by an individual. The Council will continue to provide professional support to the Police in their investigation. The Council confirmed that no embryos were mixed up or wrongly implanted into the human body in the incident. Regarding Heal Fertility’s sample processing procedures, the Council was of the view that Heal Fertility lacked sufficient protective measures for the handling and storing of embryos and embryo biopsy specimens, and contravened relevant provisions of the Code of Practice on Reproductive Technology and Embryo Research (the Code). The Council has strictly instructed Heal Fertility to strictly adhere to the Human Reproductive Technology Ordinance (Cap. 561) and the Code to prevent any recurrence of similar incidents.
Moreover, the Council noted that Heal Fertility, after identification of the mix-up of the embryo biopsy specimens, did not report the incident to the Department of Health (DH) within the required timeframe. The Council has reminded Heal Fertility that all day procedure centres holding a licence from the Council to provide reproductive technology must strictly comply with the licence conditions set out by the Council, the DH and the relevant Codes, and ensure timely reporting.
The Council noted that Heal Fertility has implemented a number of improvement measures regarding the handling and storage arrangements of embryos and embryo biopsy specimens. However, the Council considered that there is still room for further enhancement in Heal Fertility’s overall performance and operational arrangements. Therefore, following yesterday’s meeting, the Council has drawn up a set of concrete improvement requirements to urge Heal Fertility to properly implement all measures. The Council will issue a letter to Heal Fertility today (September 4) to notify them of the relevant requirements. The Investigation Committee under the Council will re-inspect the premises, and the Council will make a decision on the licensing matter upon obtaining further information. Until then, Heal Fertility can only continue to provide three services related to the storage of gametes or embryos.
On the other hand, the Council has passed a resolution to commence the review of the Code, key areas include reviewing the incident reporting mechanism and optimising the security and handling procedures of biological samples, with a target completion date of next year. The Council remains fully committed to ensuring that all licensed centres strictly comply with the regulatory requirements of reproductive technology procedures, thereby safeguarding the continuous provision of safe and high-quality services to individuals seeking reproductive technology.
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