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Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Civil Service Bureau will participate in the Education & Careers Expo 2026 at the Convention & Exhibition Centre from Thursday until Sunday. The bureau will present information on civil service career paths, including details on entry requirements, pay, fringe benefits, training and development opportunities.

More than 30 policy bureaus and departments will showcase career opportunities across 29 booths. Over the four-day event, a dedicated stage will host 17 sharing sessions where serving civil servants will share their work experiences and achievements, discuss how they apply creativity and professionalism in daily work, provide recruitment information and answer questions from the public.

Representatives from the Administrative Officer, Executive Officer, Official Languages Officer and Training Officer grades – along with the Clerical & Secretarial grades – will discuss their workplace stories as well as career prospects.

On Thursday, the Civil Service Bureau will hold three thematic seminars during the Open Forum at Hall 1E, introducing the work characteristics and missions of the Administrative Officer, Executive Officer and Clerical & Secretarial Grades.

The Education & Careers Expo will open from 10am to 7pm from Thursday to Saturday, and from 10am to 6pm on Sunday. Admission is free.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     The Transport Department (TD) today (January 19) said that, to provide travel convenience for Tai Po residents, KMB route No. 71K (Tai Po Market Station – Tai Po (Tai Wo)) will resume en-route stops outside Kwong Fuk Market and Kwong Fuk Commercial Centre, starting with the first departure tomorrow (January 20).

     A spokesman for the TD said that, due to the follow-up work on the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, the section of Plover Cove Road between Kwong Fuk Market and Kwong Wang Street, as well as Kwong Wang Street, have remained closed. Franchised bus routes that operate along these road sections remain diverted. After co-ordination and without impeding the follow-up work, KMB route No. 71K will resume the en-route stops outside Kwong Fuk Market and Kwong Fuk Commercial Centre, providing convenience for Kwong Fuk Estate residents in their daily travel, including to and from MTR Tai Po Market Station and Tai Wo Station for transfer to railway services, Tai Po Hui Market, Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital and Tai Po Government Offices.

     In addition, to further facilitate their daily commute, the TD is planning to temporarily relocate the urban and New Territories taxi stands outside Kwong Fuk Market and Kwong Fuk Commercial Centre, which have been suspended to date, to the lay-by on Plover Cove Road near the entrance to Kwong Fuk Car Park. They will be commissioned upon the target completion of the related works by end-January.

     The public may check the franchised bus operators’ website or mobile application for the latest route information and follow the latest traffic news via radio and TV broadcasts, the TD’s website (www.td.gov.hk) and the HKeMobility mobile application before starting their journeys.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Leisure & Cultural Services Department will present the Dance with Love & Compassion Inclusive Performance on Sunday January 25 at 3pm at the Cultural Centre Piazza, featuring some 180 performers.

The free event will showcase professional dancers, inclusive dance troupes, special school students and parents, primary students and seniors. Interactive audience sessions will also be held to promote harmony with people with disabilities.

The China Hong Kong Para Dance Sport Association will also perform a wheelchair dance. The association won three gold and three silver medals at mass participation para dance sport event at the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympics Games.

Another highlight is a performance by the Dancing Heart Troupe of St. James’ Settlement, the first local professional dance group for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

The event is part of the Dance for All Community Care Inclusive Dance Scheme launched in 2024. Based at the Cultural Centre with veteran dancer Andy Wong as artistic advisor, the scheme includes a series of inclusive performances featuring people with disabilities.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Following is the speech by the Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, at “Love – A Spring of Hope” Music Prayer Service for the Blessing of Hong Kong today (January 18):

Cardinal Stephen Chow (Bishop of Hong Kong), Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle (Pro-Prefect of the Section for First Evangelization and New Particular Churches of the Dicastery for Evangelization),

Welcome, everyone, to Central, as we gather for the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong’s “Love – A Spring of Hope” Music Prayer Service for the Blessing of Hong Kong. Through dance, drama and music, let us convey a message of hope, peace and unity to our society.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong. Over the years, the Diocese has walked alongside Hong Kong society through every season, from post-war reconstruction to economic growth and transformation. It has remained a steady and positive presence in the community. Through their work in education, healthcare, and social services, the Church’s sisters and brothers have put faith into positive action, bringing hope and comfort to countless individuals and families.

As the largest school sponsoring body in Hong Kong, the Catholic Diocese has nurtured generations of well-rounded individuals. Its hospitals and clinics provide professional and compassionate care to the sick, safeguarding our citizens’ health.

     The Diocese also delivers a wide range of social services, caring for the vulnerable, supporting those in need, looking after the elderly and strengthening families. In doing so, it transcends boundaries of faith, ethnicity and social background, embodying the principle of “love your neighbour as yourself”, reflecting the inclusive and compassionate spirit of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is at a critical juncture of advancing from stability to prosperity, with vibrant economic development and cohesion. It’s essential that we unite across the community to seize opportunities and thrive together. I’m confident that the Diocese will continue to create positivity for the community, working hand in hand with the Government and the people of Hong Kong to foster a harmonious society – together.

In closing, I wish the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong continued success as it builds on its legacy, serving society with compassion and spreading hope through faith. May today’s service inspire us to join in “Blessing Hong Kong”, praying for our beloved home to grow ever warmer, more united, more harmonious, more prosperous, and more secure. Thank you.

(Please also refer to the Chinese portion of the speech.)

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     The spokesperson for Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) made the following statement today (January 17) regarding a suspected indecent assault incident involving a staff member:

     A phlebotomist was suspected to have been indecently assaulted while working in a medicine and geriatrics ward this morning and immediately reported the incident to the Police. A 61-year-old male patient was subsequently arrested by the Police in the ward.

     The PMH is highly concerned about the incident. The hospital strongly condemns the suspected indecent act against its staff member, resolutely adopts a zero-tolerance attitude towards this incident, and will follow up seriously while fully co-operating with the Police investigation. The hospital has expressed sympathy and provided support to the staff member concerned.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     ​Customs YES organised the Customs YES X QMN Shenzhen Qianhai Youth Entrepreneurship Exploration Day in collaboration with the partnering organisation Quality Management Network (QMN) today (January 17). Led by the Assistant Commissioner (Administration and Human Resource Development) of Customs and Excise, Ms Phoebe Wong, a delegation of 51 youth from Customs YES and QMN visited innovation and technology (I&T) companies and a start-up incubation base in Qianhai, Shenzhen, to gain insights into the latest developments in the low-altitude economy and explore youth entrepreneurship opportunities in the Greater Bay Area.

     The delegation first visited a Drone Education Experience Centre in Shenzhen to learn about the latest developments in aerial photography technology, including its applications in power system inspection and emergency rescue. In addition, under the guidance of professional instructors, the participants took part in a robotics competition and experienced drone operation.

     The delegation then visited the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub, where they learned about various facilitation measures supporting Hong Kong and Macao youth in pursuing entrepreneurship and career development on the Chinese Mainland. The participants also interacted with representatives of Hong Kong I&T start-up enterprises based at the hub to learn more about the latest developments in the low-altitude economy, and visited the Hong Kong Youth Short-Term Apartments which offers one-stop accommodation services for Hong Kong youth.

     Customs YES will continue to organise various exchange activities to deepen youth’s understanding on the latest developments in the country and Hong Kong’s opportunities and contributions along the course.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) is highly concerned over an industrial accident that occurred yesterday (January 16) at the yard waste recycling centre, Y·PARK in Tuen Mun, and extends its sympathies to the injured worker and his family members.

     At around 2pm yesterday, a worker sustained injury when his left palm was severed while attempting to clear stuck debris at an operating wood chipping machine. He remained conscious and was sent to Tuen Mun Hospital for treatment. The EPD immediately deployed staff to the hospital after the incident to understand the condition of the injured and provide his family members with appropriate assistance.

     The EPD notified the Labour Department and the Police in the first instance. Staff from the Labour Department conducted on-site inspection and issued a suspension notice to the contractor, requiring suspension of operation of the concerned machinery until all improvement measures have been implemented. The EPD requested the contractor to fully co-operate with the Labour Department in its investigation, and demanded an incident report from the contractor within three days.

     The safety of its facilities remains the top priority of the EPD, with close monitoring of contractors’ operation in place. On the contractor’s front, daily regular on-site inspections on occupational safety conditions and safety training for employees and its subcontractors are part of their requirements.