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Hong Kong lawmakers demand wider probe into hospital lift scandal

Lawmakers in Hong Kong are urging for a more extensive investigation into the Queen Mary Hospital lift scandal. They are questioning the delayed disclosure of information related to the incident and are seeking accountability for department heads. The development minister indicated that a broader probe would only be considered if systemic issues are identified. AI

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Hong Kong lawmakers demand wider probe into hospital lift scandal

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kristen Cheung ·

    Hong Kong lawmakers call for wider investigation into hospital lift scandal

    The Hong Kong government is facing mounting pressure to launch a second-tier accountability investigation into department heads over the Queen Mary Hospital lift scandal, but the development minister has said such a probe would be considered only if wider systemic problems emerge…