TAC Chairman welcomes Government's promulgation of Transport Strategy Blueprint
The following is issued on behalf of the Transport Advisory Committee:
The Chairman of the Transport Advisory Committee (TAC), Professor Wong Sze-chun, welcomed the Transport and Logistics Bureau's promulgation of the Transport Strategy Blueprint (the Blueprint) today (February 6).
The release of the Transport Strategy Blueprint, Photo source: FB of HKSAR Government Press Release
Professor Wong, said, "The Blueprint proposes a series of forward-looking and concrete measures to realise the vision of 'Implementing a People-centric Approach, Strengthening Connectivity with Both the Mainland and the World, Promoting Efficient Travel, and Embracing a Green Lifestyle.' Its vision and recommendations are closely tied to people's livelihoods, economy and social development, laying a solid foundation for the sustainable development and efficient operation of Hong Kong's transportation system in the coming decades.
"I have noticed that the Blueprint incorporates suggestions from the TAC, including leveraging technology to enhance public transport services, stepping up efforts to advance the development of autonomous vehicles, building a low-carbon living circle, and advancing the '15-minute neighbourhood' planning concept, truly taking to heart the principles of convenience and benefit for the people.
"Technological development is unstoppable, and Hong Kong must move with the tide. I particularly admire the goals and measures in the Blueprint related to AI, digital traffic management, autonomous driving, and the low-altitude economy, which enable members of the public to utilise the most advanced technologies in Hong Kong's transportation system, making daily commuting safer and more convenient.
"The TAC will continue to provide advice and suggestions to the Government in line with the Blueprint's strategies, aiming for the efficient implementation of these measures. The TAC expects the Government to maintain Hong Kong's globally renowned transportation infrastructure and public transport services, consolidate the advantages of the transport and logistics industry, and build a more livable city while enhancing its status as an international shipping centre."
The release of the Transport Strategy Blueprint, Photo by Bastille Post
Crowd management measures and special traffic arrangements for Mong Kok Flower Market Road area
The Police will implement crowd management measures and special traffic arrangements in the Mong Kok Flower Market Road area from February 7 to 17 to maintain smooth traffic flow and public safety.
A. Crowd management measures
With large crowds expected at the Flower Market before the Lunar New Year, the Police will implement crowd management measures depending on the crowd condition. These measures will apply to Flower Market Road, Yuen Ngai Street, Yuen Po Street and the adjacent service road of Prince Edward Road West, Sai Yee Street, Fa Yuen Street and Playing Field Road. Members of the public are urged to remain patient, follow instructions given by police officers on site, and enter these areas in an orderly manner.
B. Special traffic arrangements
The following traffic arrangements will be implemented from 8am on February 7 to 8am on February 17:
(1) Road closure and traffic diversions
The following roads will be closed, except for vehicles with a permit:
- Flower Market Road;
- Yuen Ngai Street;
- Yuen Po Street; and
- The service road of Prince Edward Road West between Sai Yee Street and Yuen Po Street.
Depending on the traffic and crowd conditions, the following roads may be closed:
- Sai Yee Street between the service road of Prince Edward Road West and Boundary Street;
- Fa Yuen Street between the service road of Prince Edward Road West and Boundary Street;
- Playing Field Road between Tung Choi Street and Sai Yee Street; and
- The service road of Prince Edward Road West between Nathan Road and Sai Yee Street.
During the above road closure period, traffic along westbound Prince Edward Road West near Nathan Road cannot make a U-turn to the service road of Prince Edward Road West.
(2) Suspension of parking spaces
The parking spaces on the following roads will be suspended:
- The metered parking spaces on Fa Yuen Street between the service road of Prince Edward Road West and Boundary Street;
- The metered parking spaces on Tung Choi Street between the service road of Prince Edward Road West and Boundary Street;
- The metered parking spaces on Playing Field Road between Tung Choi Street and Sai Yee Street;
- The motorcycle parking spaces on Tung Choi Street near Playing Field Road;
- The motorcycle parking spaces on Playing Field Road between Fa Yuen Street and Tung Choi Street;
- The motorcycle parking spaces under the Prince Edward Road West flyover between Tung Choi Street and Sai Yee Street;
- The disabled parking spaces on Fa Yuen Street near Boundary Street; and
- The disabled parking spaces on Playing Field Road near Tung Choi Street.
All vehicles parked illegally during the implementation of the above special traffic arrangements will be towed away without prior warning, and may be subject to multiple ticketing.
Depending on the actual traffic and crowd conditions, other traffic control and crowd management measures will be implemented. Members of the public are urged to use public transport services as far as possible. Motorists are advised to exercise tolerance and patience, and to take heed of instructions of the Police on site.
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