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     The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced today (May 31) that a sample of prepackaged frozen confection was found to contain coliform bacteria exceeding the legal limit. The affected batch of product has not entered the market. The CFS is following up on the incident.

     Product details are as follows:

Product name: Earl Grey Tea Handmade Gelato
Brand: tea-ed TEA
Place of origin: Hong Kong
Net volume: 125 ml
Best-before date: May 31, 2025
Manufacturer: Tea-ed Limited
     
     A spokesman for the CFS said, “The CFS collected the above-mentioned sample from a frozen confection factory in Chai Wan for testing under its routine Food Surveillance Programme. The test result showed that the sample contained 200 coliform bacteria per gram, exceeding the legal limit.”

     “The CFS has informed the manufacturer concerned of the irregularity. The affected batch of product has not entered the market. The CFS has provided health education on food safety and hygiene to the person-in-charge and staff concerned, and will request them to carry out thorough cleaning and disinfection,” the spokesman said.

     Under the Frozen Confections Regulation (Cap. 132AC), frozen confection for sale should not contain more than 100 coliform bacteria per gram. The maximum penalty for offenders is a fine of $10,000 and three months’ imprisonment upon conviction. The fact that the coliform count exceeded the legal limit indicated that the hygienic conditions were unsatisfactory, but did not mean that consumption would lead to food poisoning.

     The CFS will continue to follow up on the incident and take appropriate action to safeguard food safety and public health. read more

     As the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 is now in force, the flag-lowering ceremony to be conducted at Golden Bauhinia Square, Wan Chai at 6pm today (May 31) will be cancelled.      If the Strong Wind S… read more

     The Immigration Department (ImmD) carried out repatriation operations from May 29 to today (May 31). A total of 55 unsubstantiated non-refoulement claimants who were illegal immigrants and overstayers were repatriated to their place… read more

The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:
 
     The Legislative Council (LegCo) Members met with the new term Tai Po District Council (DC) and Central and Western DC members at the LegCo Complex today (May 31). This was the first meeting held between LegCo and the DCs after the improvement of the district governance system. They discussed and exchanged views on issues closely related to the people’s livelihood. Going forward, LegCo Members will gradually meet with members of other DCs across Hong Kong to promote interactive exchanges. They will also collaborate with the DCs, which advise the Government on district administration, and proactively put forward suggestions to the Government at the policy level to better serve the people of Hong Kong.
 
     During the meeting with the Tai Po DC, LegCo Members discussed and exchanged views with DC members on various issues, including the request for expediting the construction of a vehicular bridge near Kwong Fuk Bridge to mitigate traffic congestion during peak hours in the vicinity of Tai Po Hui; the progress of the construction project of Pak Shek Kok Station on the East Rail Line, and explored the overall planning of topside and nearby facilities; as well as improving the ancillary facilities of Lam Tsuen River to create spaces for leisure, fitness and recreational activities, so as to improve the quality of life for the residents.
 
     The meeting was convened by Mr Chan Hak-kan. A total of 15 Members attended the meeting including Mr Steven Ho, Dr Junius Ho, Ms Yung Hoi-yan, Mr Lau Kwok-fan, Mr Kenneth Lau, Mr Tony Tse, Mr Stanley Li, Mr Robert Lee, Mr Dominic Lee, Dr Johnny Ng, Mr Dennis Leung, Mr Leung Man-kwong, Mr Lai Tung-kwok and Mr Shang Hailong.
 
     As for the meeting with the Central and Western DC, LegCo Members discussed and exchanged views with DC members on various issues, including the sustainable development of the Central and Western District Promenade to create a well-connected and barrier-free access harbourfront space; the establishment of a tram museum to enhance the public and tourists’ knowledge in the development of trams and promote tourism in the community; and building a smart car park at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park to further alleviate the shortage of parking spaces in the district.
 
     The meeting was convened by Mr Paul Tse. A total of 19 Members attended the meeting including Mr Kwok Wai-keung, Mr Martin Liao, Mr Shiu Ka-fai, Mr Lau Kwok-fan, Mr Lee Chun-keung, Dr Wendy Hong, Mr Leung Man-kwong, Mr Edward Leung, Mr Kenneth Leung, Mr Rock Chen, Ms Judy Chan, Mr Chan Siu-hung, Mr Chan Hok-fung, Mr Benson Luk, Mr Edmund Wong, Ms Carmen Kan, Mr Yim Kong and Professor William Wong.

            

     â€‹The Director of Audit, Professor Nelson Lam, and personnel of the Audit Commission met with the President of the United Arab Emirates Accountability Authority (UAEAA), Mr Humaid Obaid AbuShibs, and his delegation, on May 23 to exchange views on public sector auditing practices.
      
     Professor Lam extended a warm welcome to Mr AbuShibs, providing a comprehensive overview of the history and responsibilities of the Audit Commission. He highlighted the experience of the Audit Commission’s staff in United Nations audit assignments as part of the national delegation of the People’s Republic of China.
      
     Mr AbuShibs expressed his gratitude for the reception and underscored the UAEAA’s dual role in combating corruption and enhancing public governance through audits. He emphasised the similarities between the UAEAA and the Audit Commission in their missions, and expressed his eagerness to further exchange practical insights and explore collaborative opportunities in future meetings.
      
     Professor Lam found the meeting highly productive, with both parties engaging in discussions focused on value for money auditing.  Mr AbuShibs also reviewed the newly published Director of Audit’s Report No. 82, gaining an understanding into the Commission’s latest work.
      
     The Acting Deputy Director of Audit, Mr Teo Wing-on, and Principal Auditor Ms May Chan also attended the meeting. An Auditor of the Audit Commission shared his experiences of participating in the United Nations audit assignments and perspectives on international auditing standards and practices.