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Hong Kong to set up new body to oversee building renovations in regulatory overhaul
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Hong Kong to set up new body to oversee building renovations in regulatory overhaul

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu apologizes for deadly blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po

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Hong Kong will create a Building Maintenance Support and Services Council to oversee renovations and restructure the Buildings Department following a deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November.

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A deadly fire occurred at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November, prompting government review of building safety regulations.

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Hong Kong will establish a dedicated body to oversee building renovations as part of a wide-ranging overhaul that includes restructuring the Buildings Department and tightening regulation of contractors.

The move was revealed on Thursday as Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and his ministers offered a formal apology over the deadly blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November.

His administration was establishing a Building Maintenance Support and Services Council as part of the reforms, the finance minister said.

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  • When will the new council officially begin operations?
  • What specific powers will the new body hold over contractors?

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This article was originally published by SCMP Economy.

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