Police today (January 28) appealed to the public for information on a woman who went missing in Sham Shui Po. Yin Lifen, a Mainland woman aged 40, went missing after she left her residence … read more
Following is the translation of the Chinese New Year message delivered by the Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, today (January 28):
Celebrating the Chinese New Year is one of our happiest moments. We are busy gathering with family and friends, doing New Year shopping and buying festive flowers for our homes, preparing for the New Year to come.
Hong Kong is full of cheerful events. Last year, we received two adorable giant pandas from the motherland, and the giant panda babies born in Hong Kong will be ready to meet everyone in mid-February.
This year is the Year of the Snake. In Chinese culture, the snake is nimble and agile, and is a symbol of prosperity and wealth. This year, Hong Kong will once again show its agility and resilience with flexible thinking to innovate, to reform, and to seek further development as we strive to build a bright future.
My wife and I wish the people of Hong Kong good health in the Year of the Snake. May you have joy, prosperity and good fortune in the Year of the Snake!
(The message is available on the website of the Chief Executive’s Office: www.ceo.gov.hk/cny-message/25/en/)
The Inland Revenue Department announced today (January 28) that starting from February 3, 2025, the new annual rate of interest payable on Tax Reserve Certificates will be 0.3417 per cent against the current rate of 0.4250 per cent,… read more
The Transport Department (TD) today (January 28) reminded all road users, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, to observe road safety during the Chinese New Year holidays.
“Motorists must not drive after drinking alcohol or taking drugs as this would contravene the law. Drink driving and drug driving will not only endanger motorists themselves, but also other road users. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs will significantly impair one’s driving ability. After drinking alcohol or taking drugs, one should use public transport services or arrange someone else to drive,” a spokesman for the TD said.
“In addition, motorists must not participate in illegal road racing and speeding. They should always maintain a steady and suitable speed, drive attentively, observe road conditions at all times and keep sufficient distance with the vehicle in front.”
The spokesman also appealed to motorists not to park their vehicles illegally. They should park in a parking place or a car park to maintain smooth road traffic. This can avoid causing traffic jams, affecting public transport operations, blocking passage of emergency vehicles, and obstructing the sight lines of pedestrians and other road users, which may otherwise cause traffic accidents. For motorists who commit traffic offences and cause traffic obstructions, the Police will issue warnings or summonses, or even tow away the vehicles concerned.
When cycling, members of the public are advised to cycle within their abilities and observe road safety, wear suitable helmets and personal protective equipment, and properly check their bicycles. They should not cycle on pavements, and should always be attentive, patient and law-abiding.
Pedestrians must follow traffic rules when crossing the road and properly use crossing facilities. Before crossing the road, they must wait until the steady “Green man” light signal shows and all traffic has stopped. When the “Green man” light is flashing, they must not start to cross if they are still on the pavement. Do not watch or use mobile phones while crossing.
The spokesman stressed that road safety hinges on the co-operation of every road user, and appealed to the public to exercise self-discipline and comply with traffic rules. read more
​Hongkong Post announced today (January 28) that, as advised by airlines, mail delivery services to the United Kingdom, previously impacted by a mail backlog at United Kingdom airports, have returned to normal. read more