LegCo Panel on Housing Visits Zhuhai and Shenzhen for Public Housing Insights

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen

The following is issued on behalf of the Legislative Council Secretariat:

The delegation of Legislative Council (LegCo) Panel on Housing concluded its two-day visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen today (July 22) and returned to Hong Kong in the evening.

In the morning, the delegation first visited the Guangqiao Yayuan, a public housing project in Shenzhen. Members learnt that the community design of this project is characterised by the efficient utilisation of space and integrated multi-functionality. For example, the central location of Guangqiao Yayuan features a landscaped park with facilities such as jogging trails for recreation and wellness. The community also provides a variety of facilities, including kindergarten, market, shops, and elderly day care centre, comprehensively catering to the needs of the residents.

Members then went to the Phoenix Yinghui Town, the largest scale public housing project built with Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) method in the Mainland. Members realised that the building components of this project are made of recyclable construction materials for effective utilisation of resources. The project also utilises a smart information management platform to optimise the residential management process and leverage technology to ensure the safety of the residents.

The delegation also visited Shenzhen Public Housing Group Company Limited and received a briefing from its representatives on the design and planning of Shenzhen's public rental housing projects, as well as the application of technologies to enhance construction efficiency.

After having lunch with the representatives of the Housing and Construction Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality at noon, the delegation had in-depth exchanges with them on the policies, planning and management, the application of MiC method and the incorporation of "Well-being" design elements in public housing projects between the two places. Both parties found the discussions highly inspiring and fruitful.

Members visited the Double-line Park in Bao’an Central District in the afternoon. The Double-line Park is Shenzhen's first public space that integrates multiple urban functions, including transportation, natural ecology, digital technology, culture and art, recreation, and social activities, catering the diverse needs of the community.

In summarising the two-day duty visit, the delegation leader, Mr Stanley Ng, described the visit as a great success. Mr Ng said, "Through on-site visit to the factory manufacturing MiC modules, Members gained a deeper understanding of the MiC method. The planning of large-scale public housing projects and community facilities in Zhuhai and Shenzhen can serve as a valuable reference for Hong Kong, which will facilitate Members’ future discussion with the Government on how to create a living environment with a greater sense of well-being for public housing residents in Hong Kong."

The delegation, consisting of 16 LegCo Members, visited Zhuhai and Shenzhen from July 21 to 22. The delegation was led by the Chairman of the LegCo Panel on Housing, Nr Stanley Ng, and Deputy Chairman of the Panel cum deputy leader, Mr Vincent Cheng. The Housing Bureau’s delegation led by the Secretary for Housing, Ms Winnie Ho, also joined the duty visit.

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Panel on Housing concludes duty visit to Zhuhai and Shenzhen Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

CHP reminds public on precautions against heat stroke during very hot weather

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (September 18) reminded members of the public, particularly those undertaking outdoor activities, to take heed of necessary measures against heat stroke and sunburn in very hot weather.

"The public should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while engaging in outdoor activities," a spokesman for the CHP said.

"Those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities should avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea, as well as alcohol, as they speed up water loss through the urinary system," the spokesman explained.

"Infants and children, the elderly, pregnant women, those with chronic illnesses such as heart disease or high blood pressure, outdoor/manual workers, and individuals who are overweight are more vulnerable to heat stroke. They should pay special attention," the spokesman added.

The public should adopt the following precautions:

Wear loose and light-coloured clothing to reduce heat absorption and facilitate sweat evaporation and heat dissipation;

Avoid vigorous exercise and prolonged activities like hiking or trekking as heat, sweating and exhaustion can place additional demands on the physique;

Perform outdoor activities in the morning or the late afternoon, if possible;

For indoor activities, open all windows, use a fan or use air-conditioning to maintain good ventilation;

Do not stay inside a parked vehicle; and

Reschedule work to cooler times of the day if feasible. If working in a hot environment is inevitable, introduce shade in the workplace where practicable. Start work slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Move to a cool area for rest at regular intervals to allow the body to recuperate.

​The public should also note the latest and the forecast Ultraviolet (UV) Index released by the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO). When the UV Index is high (6 or above):

Minimise direct exposure of the skin and the eyes to sunlight;

Wear long-sleeved and loose-fitting clothes;

Wear a wide-brimmed hat or use an umbrella;

Seek a shaded area or put on UV-blocking sunglasses;

Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 15, preferably higher. Reapply every two hours if you stay out in the sun, and after swimming, sweating or towelling off; and

While using DEET-containing insect repellents for personal protection against mosquito-borne diseases, apply sunscreen first, then insect repellent.

​If symptoms develop, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, rest and seek help immediately, and seek medical advice as soon as possible.

​The public may obtain more information from the DH's Health Education Infoline (2833 0111),heat strokepage andUV radiationpage; the HKO's Dial-a-Weather (1878 200),latestweather report and forecast,UV Indexand weather information forhiking and mountaineering; andpress releasesof the Labour Departmenton precautions against heat stroke for outdoor workers and their employers when the Very Hot Weather Warning is in force.