Hong Kong's Antiquities and Monuments Office proposes statutory monument status for Hung Shing Temple (1847-1852) in Wan Chai and the Stanley Mosque within Stanley Prison, both currently Grade 1 historic buildings, citing significant heritage value.
Marks & Spencer CEO Stuart Machin slammed a government proposal for voluntary food price caps as 'preposterous', urging tax and regulatory relief instead. He cited increased costs from new levies and global conflict impacting M&S's profits, which fell nearly 24% last year due to a cyber-attack.
Samsung Electronics' largest union will proceed with a strike this week, citing management's rejection of a government-mediated proposal on performance bonuses. Nearly 48,000 workers are set to walk off the job for 18 days.
UK supermarkets have rejected a government proposal to freeze prices on essential foodstuffs, citing rising costs and potential negative impacts on shoppers. The Scottish National Party has also proposed price controls on 20-50 items.
Hong Kong will ban smoking at construction sites from July 17 following a deadly blaze. Amendments to existing ordinances will designate sites as no-smoking areas, with fines for workers and contractors.
