The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

     The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Fubon Bank (Hong Kong) Limited relating to a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen, which have been reported to the HKMA. A hyperlink to the press release is available on the HKMA website.

     The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks' websites to carry out transactions. They will not ask customers for sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or one-time password, by phone, email or SMS (including via embedded hyperlinks).

     Anyone who has provided his or her personal information, or who has conducted any financial transactions, through or in response to the website or login screen concerned, should contact the bank using the contact information provided in the press release, and report the matter to the Police by contacting the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force at 2860 5012.

     The Government published in the Gazette today (May 3) the amendments and corrections to the railway scheme for the Northern Link (NOL) Main Line in accordance with sections 7 and 8 of the Railways Ordinance (Cap. 519).

     A Government spokesman said, "The amendments and corrections are made mainly in light of the enhanced project design, including minimising the footprint of railway stations and ancillary facilities while not affecting railway operation, as well as the implementation progress of the development projects along the proposed railway resulting in the overall reduction of land resumption areas. The corrections reflect the latest condition of carving out of lots, and will not affect any private rights or interests materially."

     The NOL Main Line involves the construction of a railway link, approximately 10.7 kilometres long, connecting the existing Kam Sheung Road Station of the Tuen Ma Line and the planned Kwu Tung Station of the East Rail Line, with three intermediate stations at Au Tau, Ngau Tam Mei and San Tin. Since the gazettal of the railway scheme in October 2023, the Government and the MTR Corporation Limited have been keeping in close contact with major stakeholders to listen to their views, including reporting project progress to the North District Council and the Yuen Long District Council, and exchanging views with relevant rural committees and stakeholders. The construction works of the proposed NOL Main Line will commence soon after the authorisation of the scheme and are expected to be completed by 2034.

     Under the Railways Ordinance, members of the public may object to the amendments to the scheme for the NOL Main Line from today until July 2, 2024. Additionally, any person who has a compensatable interest can claim compensation under the provisions of the Ordinance.

     The Amendments and Corrections to the Scheme and the Amendment and Correction Plans are viewable on the Highways Department (HyD) website (www.hyd.gov.hk/en/our_projects/railway_projects/index.html). They are also available for public inspection during office hours at the Central & Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre; the North Home Affairs Enquiry Centre; the Yuen Long Home Affairs Enquiry Centre; the District Lands Office, North; and the District Lands Office, Yuen Long. A copy of the Amendments and Corrections to the Scheme and the Amendment and Correction Plans may be purchased from the HyD. For details, please call the HyD at 2762 3976.

     â€‹The Information Expo on Multiple Pathways 2024 (Info Expo), organised by the Education Bureau (EDB), will be held from 10am to 6pm on May 10 and 11 (Friday and Saturday) at Rotunda 2 of the Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre. 
      
     A spokesman for the EDB said today (May 3), "The Info Expo aims to provide the latest information on multiple pathways for senior secondary school students, parents and teachers; and to equip students with better knowledge on different articulation and career plans. Around 30 institutions and organisations will set up exhibition booths to provide information on locally accredited post-secondary programmes (including programmes eligible for various government subsidy schemes as well as vocational and professional education and training programmes and applied degree programmes), the Diploma of Applied Education programmes, as well as relevant online platforms such as the Information Portal for Accredited Post-secondary Programmes, the Electronic Advance Application System for Post-secondary Programmes, the Concourse for Self-financing Post-secondary Education, and the Qualifications Framework".
      
     In addition, Hok Yau Club, the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and the Hong Kong Young Women's Christian Association will offer studies and career guidance services to students. There will also be talks on multiple pathways, preparation and strategies for articulation to post-secondary education, and experience sharing by post-secondary students. Institution and industry representatives will also provide first-hand information about various programmes and career development. 

     Admission is free and prior registration is not required. There are new interactive games at the EDB booth this year. Participants who complete designated tasks will receive a gift while stocks last.

     For details of the Info Expo (such as talk schedule and exhibitor list), please visit the event website (www.cspe.edu.hk/en/Resources-CareerGuidance-MultiplePathwaysExpo.html). 

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Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (May 3) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Stanley Main Beach, Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; Cheung Chau Tung Wan Beach in Islands District; and Silverstrand Beach in Sai Kung District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.

     The Government announced today (May 3) the appointment of Ms Helen Au Hiu-lam as a new panel member to the Human Organ Transplant Board with effect from April 29, 2024, until February 14, 2027.  

     Established under section 3 of the Human Organ Transplant Ordinance (Cap. 465), the Human Organ Transplant Board is tasked to consider applications made for the Board's written approval to carry out restricted organ removals and/or restricted organ transplants, to receive prescribed information about transplant operations and certificates accompanying imported organs, and to perform any other functions that the Board is required or permitted to perform under the Ordinance.

     The membership of the Board with effect from April 29, 2024, is as follows:

Substantive members
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Ms Sandy Wong Hang-yee (Chairperson)
Dr Mark Li Kin-yin (Vice-Chairperson)
Dr Li Chak-ho
Dr Raymond Lo See-kit
Dr Emmy Li Yuen-mei 
Dr Thomas Yau Chung-cheung 
Ms Samantha Ko Kit-mui
Mr Wong Tim-wai 
Ms Priscilla Wong Wai-yee

Panel members
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Dr Chan Kwok-ki
Dr Joan Fok Pui-chu
Dr Grace Lui Chung-yan
Dr Loletta So Kit-ying
Dr Chan Ka-yee 
Dr Joyce Tang Shao-fen
Professor Carmen Wong 
Professor Vincent Mok Chung-tong 
Ms Louisa Chu Wai-san
Ms Hsu Siu-man 
Mr Joseph Chow Shiu-wing 
Ms Helen Au Hiu-lam *
Mr Jason Joseph Lee Kwong-yee
Mr Jonathan Lee Wing-fung

* New appointee