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Hong Kong lawmakers demand scrutiny of Student Aid Society funding amid scandal

Hong Kong lawmakers are calling for increased oversight of funding for the Hong Kong Student Aid Society following allegations of mismanagement and inadequate resources. The NGO is seeking significant funding for a new service building project, but has faced accusations from residents and former staff regarding staffing shortages, high turnover, and insufficient food budgets. The Student Aid Society has denied these claims and initiated legal action against former employees. AI

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Hong Kong lawmakers demand scrutiny of Student Aid Society funding amid scandal

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

    Hong Kong lawmakers urge more scrutiny of Student Aid Society funding after scandal

    Hong Kong lawmakers have demanded tighter scrutiny over a government proposal to fund the HK$377.3 million redevelopment project of the scandal-hit Hong Kong Student Aid Society. Residents and former staff of the NGO’s child care facilities recently alleged severe staffing shorta…