LegCo Members Discuss Community Development and Environmental Measures in Sai Kung and Central Districts

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils

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

The Legislative Council (LegCo) Members met with the Sai Kung District Council (DC) and Central and Western DC members at the LegCo Complex today (June 26). They held in-depth discussions and exchanged views on issues related to community development and people's concern.

During the meeting with the Sai Kung DC, LegCo Members discussed and exchanged views with DC members on various issues, including strengthening the measures to cope with extreme weather in the district, such as constructing additional wave walls and breakwaters in the vicinity of Tseung Kwan O South Waterfront and improvement works addressing potential flooding problems. They also explored ways to enhance the venue management and facility maintenance of Tseung Kwan O South Park and to improve the planning of recreational and sports facilities in the proposed Tiu Keng Leng Park. Moreover, they discussed how to improve the management, traffic and other supporting measures of hiking and camping hotspots in Sai Kung, to ensure the coexistence of ecotourism and nature conservation, and bring about more economic benefits of ecotourism for the district.

LegCo Members will continue to liaise with the DC and the government on issues in Sai Kung Area such as strengthening the district's capacity to respond to extreme weather, meeting the public's demand for recreational and sports facilities, and enhancing the management of popular hiking and camping locations, and will actively reflect views on these matters.

The meeting was convened by Mr Steven Ho. A total of 26 Members attended the meeting, including Mr Chan Hak-kan, Dr Chan Han-pan, Mr Chan Chun-ying, Mr Chau Siu-chung, Dr David Lam, Mr Andrew Lam, Mr Yiu Pak-leung, Mr Dennis Leung, Mr Chan Yung, Mr Chan Siu-hung, Professor Lau Chi-pang, Mr Kenneth Fok, Mr Aaron Bok, Ms Christine Fong, Mr Chu Lap-wai, Ms Vivian Kong, Mr Wu Yingpeng, Dr Webster Ng, Mr Lothair Lam, Mr Hung Kam-in, Mr Chong Ho-fung, Mr Chris Ip, Ms Julia Lau, Mr Lau Ka-keung and Dr Thomas So.

As regards the meeting with the Central and Western DC, LegCo Members discussed and exchanged views with DC members on various issues, including linking the remaining unconnected sections of the Central and Western District Promenade as soon as possible, and making better use of the facilities around the Central Ferry Piers to enhance the economic vibrancy of the waterfront. They also discussed the enhancement of pet facilities in the district to expand pet-friendly public spaces; and strengthening crowd management and traffic control at tourist hotspots in the district to ensure road safety.

LegCo Members will continue to follow up with the DC and the Government on matters relating to waterfront development in the Central and Western District, the promotion of pet inclusivity, and the creation of a travel environment that is convenient for both residents and visitors. Members will also continue to reflect public views through the relevant Panels.

The meeting was convened by Mr Shiu Ka-fai. A total of 31 Members attended the meeting including Mr Chan Hak-kan, Dr Chan Han-pan, Mr Chan Chun-ying, Mr Chau Siu-chung, Mr Yiu Pak-leung, Mr Chan Yung, Mr Sunny Tan, Ms Judy Chan, Mr Chan Siu-hung, Mr Chan Hok-fung, Revd Canon Peter Douglas Koon Ho-ming, Mr Erik Yim, Professor Chan Wing-kwong, Professor William Wong, Ms Christine Fong, Ms Ginny Man, Mr Chu Lap-wai, Mr Wu Yingpeng, Mr Ken Lee, Mr Lam Wai-kong, Captain Lothair Lam Ming-fung, Mr Andrew Yao, Mr Cheung Pui-kong, Mr Augustine Wong, Mr Ken Wong, Ms Elaine Chik, Mr Lau Ka-keung, Ms Michelle Tang, Mr Tommy Chung and Dr Thomas So.

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

LegCo Members meet with members of Sai Kung and Central and Western District Councils Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

FEHD announces list of first batch of permitted food premises for dog entry

The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) today (June 26) announced that, as of yesterday (June 25), among the successful food premises allocated quotas for allowing dogs to enter according to the ballot result, 833 have completed the procedures and dogs will be allowed to enter their premises starting from July 9. The list has been uploaded to the FEHD's dedicated webpage (www.fehd.gov.hk/english/licensing/dog_restaurants/index.html).

A spokesman for the FEHD said, "As some successful food premises withdrew their applications or did not complete the procedures due to various reasons, the FEHD will arrange applicants on the waiting list to fill the vacancies according to the sequential order from the earlier ballot results. The department has gradually notified those waitlisted applicants via SMS, and deployed dedicated officers to visit the food premises concerned in batches to deliver Approval Letters to the operators starting from today. Waitlisted applicants allocated a quota must, on or before July 7, bring along the Approval Letter and the existing original copy of the restaurant licence, to any Licence Issuing Offices listed in the Approval Letter, and pay a fee of $140 to amend the licence to include the permission."

The FEHD, apart from notified applicants the ballot results via SMS earlier after the open ballot, has also deployed dedicated officers to visit successful food premises applicants to deliver Approval Letters, and brief their operators on the statutory requirements, licence conditions and other compliance arrangements, including reminding the applicants again to voluntarily verify whether the location of the food premises permits the entry of dogs.

The spokesman said, the new measure aims to respond to the aspirations of members of the public, create new business opportunities for the catering industry, and promote harmony between people and pets. Apart from hotpot restaurants, barbecue restaurants, and restaurants with an area less than 20 square metres, all restaurants with a full licence may apply for the dog-admission permission.

The FEHD advises that permitted food premises should make adequate preparations for allowing dogs to enter, including planning dining areas, installing facilities, training staff, and contacting insurance companies. In addition, co-operation among customers bringing dogs and other members of the public is also crucial. The FEHD has earlier released the Guidelines on Good Practices and Behaviour, covering points to note for restaurant operators, and both customers bringing dogs and those without dogs. The FEHD encourages different parties to refer to the Guidelines, fulfil their responsibilities, and respect one another, thereby promoting pet inclusivity.

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