Category: MIL-OSI

Asian Ethnic Cultural Performances+ 2025 to showcase cultural diversity of Asia and Belt and Road countries and regions Issued at HKT 16:36

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26 landlords of subdivided units under regulated tenancies convicted of contravening relevant statutory requirements 
     The offences of these 26 landlords include (1) failing to submit a Notice of Tenancy (Form AR2) to the Commissioner of Rating and Valuation within 60 days after the term of the regulated tenancy commenced; and (2) requesting the tenant to pay money other than the types permitted under the Ordinance (including requiring the tenant to pay an amount of rent for the second-term tenancy exceeding the maximum amount of rent permitted under the Ordinance).

     The RVD earlier discovered that the landlords failed to comply with the relevant requirements under the Ordinance. Upon a comprehensive investigation and evidence collection, the RVD prosecuted the landlords.
 
     A spokesman for the RVD reiterated that SDU landlords must comply with the relevant requirements under the Ordinance, including prohibiting landlords from doing any act calculated to interfere with the peace or comfort of members of the tenant’s household, with the intention of causing the tenant to give up occupation of the SDU; or requiring the tenant to pay an amount of rent for the second-term tenancy exceeding the maximum amount of rent permitted under the Ordinance, and also reminded tenants of their rights under the Ordinance, including a four-year (i.e. two years plus two years) security of tenure. He also stressed that the RVD will continue to take resolute enforcement action against any contraventions of the Ordinance. Apart from following up on reported cases, the RVD has been adopting a multipronged approach to proactively identify, investigate and follow up on cases concerning landlords who are suspected of contravening the Ordinance. In particular, the RVD has been requiring landlords of regulated tenancies to provide information and reference documents of their tenancies for checking whether they have complied with the requirements of the Ordinance. If a landlord, without reasonable excuse, refuses to provide the relevant information or neglects the RVD’s request, the landlord commits an offence and is liable to a maximum fine at level 3 ($10,000) and to imprisonment for three months. Depending on the actual circumstances, and having regard to the information and evidence collected, the RVD will take appropriate actions on individual cases, including instigating prosecution against suspected contraventions of the Ordinance. In addition, the RVD has started a new round of publicity and education work to enhance public awareness about the key offences and penalties, emphasising that the RVD proactively checks whether landlords have committed the offences under the Ordinance.  
     The RVD reminds that pursuant to the Ordinance, a regulated cycle of regulated tenancies is to comprise two consecutive regulated tenancies (i.e. the first-term tenancy and second-term tenancy) for an SDU, and the term of each regulated tenancy is two years. A tenant of a first-term tenancy for an SDU is entitled to be granted a second-term tenancy of the regulated cycle, thus enjoying a total of four years of security of tenure. The RVD has been issuing letters enclosing relevant information to the landlords and tenants concerned of regulated tenancies in batches, according to the expiry time of their first-term tenancies, to assist them in understanding the important matters pertaining to the second-term tenancy, and to remind them about the procedures that need to be followed about two months prior to the commencement of the purported second-term tenancy as well as their respective obligations and rights under the Ordinance. These landlords and tenants may also visit the dedicated page for the second-term tenancy on the RVD’s website (www.rvd.gov.hk/en/tenancy_matters/second_term_tenancy.html 
     For enquiries related to regulated tenancies, please call the telephone hotline (2150 8303) or visit the RVD’s webpage (www.rvd.gov.hk/en/our_services/part_iva.htmlIssued at HKT 16:25

Draft Ngau Tau Kok and Kowloon Bay Outline Zoning Plan approved 
     “The approved OZP provides a statutory land use planning framework to guide the development and redevelopment within the Ngau Tau Kok and Kowloon Bay area”, a spokesman for the Town Planning Board said today (November 7). 
 
The planning scheme area, covering an area of about 341 hectares, is located in East Kowloon within Kwun Tong District. It is bounded by New Clear Water Bay Road and Clear Water Bay Road to the north, Kwun Tong By-pass to the west, Shun Yip Street and Chun Wah Road to the south, and Hong Ning Road, Sau Mau Ping Road and Lee On Road to the east.
 
The approved OZP has incorporated the amendments shown on the draft Ngau Tau Kok and Kowloon Bay OZP No. S/K13/33, which mainly involve (i) rezoning two sites at Choi Hing Road and Choi Ha Road from “Government, Institution or Community” (“G/IC”) to “Residential (Group A)4”; and (ii) rezoning two strips of land at Choi Hing Road from “G/IC” to areas shown as ‘Road’ and a strip of land at Choi Ha Road from “G/IC” to “G/IC(3)” to reflect the as-built conditions.
 
The Notes and Explanatory Statement of the OZP have been amended to reflect the above amendments. Opportunity is also taken to update the general information of various land use zonings and the planning circumstances, where appropriate.
 
The approved Ngau Tau Kok and Kowloon Bay OZP No. S/K13/34 is available for public inspection during office hours at (i) the Secretariat of the Town Planning Board, (ii) the Planning Enquiry Counters, (iii) the Kowloon District Planning Office, and (iv) the Kwun Tong District Office.
 
Copies of the approved OZP are available for sale at the Map Publications Centre in North Point. The electronic version of the OZP can be viewed at the Town Planning Board’s website (www.tpb.gov.hkIssued at HKT 16:00

Draft Man Kam To Outline Zoning Plan approvedIssued at HKT 16:00

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Draft Cheung Chau Outline Zoning Plan approvedIssued at HKT 16:00

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Tripartite joint operation “THUNDERBOLT 2025” against triads and organised crimes Issued at HKT 14:17

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Police pay tribute to fallen police officers  
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Chow noted that retired and serving Force members were gathered in memory of the officers who sacrificed their lives in pursuit of the Force’s mission. He said that the fallen officers’ tenacity in preserving law and order, courage in times of danger and passion in serving the community were commemorated and honoured. Their legacy has been etched in history, underscoring that the job of police is a mission worthy of pride. Their dedication to safeguarding the society and people’s lives and property has not only been exemplary for each and every one in the Force but has also left a lasting impression on the public, fortifying the long-established professional image of HKPF.
 
He mentioned that the spirit of the fallen comrades and all devoted Force members has led generations of colleagues to pass on professionalism and the finest traditions. This has enabled the entire Force to forge ahead and tide over obstacles despite challenges to law and order, major incidents, natural disasters and pandemics, allowing Hong Kong to be back on the right track and ensuring the stability of citizens’ lives.
 
He continued, “The global environment remains dynamic and complex. Safeguarding national security and maintaining law and order still require our all-out efforts. I am fully confident that every member of the Force, including regular, civilian and auxiliary, will continue to uphold the professional spirit of our predecessors.” He encouraged colleagues to face challenges head-on, strive for excellence and exemplify unity and strength as “One Force”, ensuring the HKPF remains one of the finest law enforcement agencies in the world.
 
During the ceremony, the Police Band bugler sounded the “Last Post” to signal a two-minute silence. Wreaths were laid in front of the Force Memorial Wall respectively by Mr Chow; the Commandant of the Hong Kong Auxiliary Police Force, Mr Leung Sai-kwong; and representatives of various police formations and associations.
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