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Hong Kong transport subsidy revamp saves HK$69M in first month

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Hong Kong's revised public transport subsidy scheme has resulted in significant savings for the government, amounting to HK$69 million (US$8.8 million) in its first month. The changes, implemented on April 3, aim to reduce the use of expensive long-haul routes for short journeys by beneficiaries like the elderly and disabled. This adjustment is projected to save the government HK$550 million annually, despite initial system update costs. AI

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Hong Kong transport subsidy revamp saves HK$69M in first month

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fiona Sun ·

    Hong Kong saves HK$69 million in first month after HK$2 fare scheme revamp

    Changes to Hong Kong’s public transport subsidy scheme saved the government HK$69 million (US$8.8 million) in the first month, with fewer elderly and disabled commuters taking expensive long-haul routes for short trips, the welfare minister has said. Secretary for Labour and Welf…

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