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Hong Kong lawmakers warn of loopholes in building management rule changes

Hong Kong lawmakers have identified potential loopholes in proposed amendments to building management regulations, despite the government's efforts to strengthen oversight following a fatal fire. These proposed changes aim to tighten proxy vote rules and enhance owner attendance at renovation meetings. The concerns arise as the Competition Commission conducts further raids related to a bid-rigging case involving numerous estates and substantial contract values. AI

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Hong Kong lawmakers warn of loopholes in building management rule changes

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Lawmakers flag gaps in proposed changes to building management rules after Tai Po fire

    Hong Kong lawmakers have warned of implementation challenges in a government proposal to tighten proxy votes and owner attendance at renovation meetings as part of a broader move to strengthen oversight of building maintenance after the Tai Po fire. Their warnings on Thursday coi…