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Back|Hong Kong ministers defend decision not to resign over deadly Tai Po fire
Hong Kong ministers defend decision not to resign over deadly Tai Po fire
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SCMP Economy·58 minutes ago·Politics·1 min read·🇨🇳China

Hong Kong ministers defend decision not to resign over deadly Tai Po fire

Officials prioritize public well-being over resignation as housing minister vacancy remains uncertain

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  • Hong Kong ministers have refused to resign following the deadly Tai Po fire, citing a commitment to public well-being.
  • Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun has assumed acting duties for the housing portfolio as reform measures are introduced.

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A deadly fire occurred in Tai Po, leading to the resignation of Housing Minister Winnie Ho Wing-yin.

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Ministers have defended their decision not to step down over the deadly Tai Po fire, insisting they are putting Hong Kong’s well-being ahead of personal considerations.

A senior official also hinted that a successor might not be named to replace Winnie Ho Wing-yin, who resigned as housing minister to take political accountability for the city’s deadliest disaster in decades.

Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun, who is now serving as acting housing minister, apologised alongside three cabinet colleagues on Friday as they unveiled details of reforms aimed at preventing a repeat of the tragedy.

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  • ?What are the specific details of the proposed safety reforms?

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  • Hong Kong ministers have refused to resign following the deadly Tai Po fire, citing a commitment to public well-being.
  • Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun has assumed acting duties for the housing portfolio as reform measures are introduced.

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