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Hong Kong URA aids estates after fire-linked consultant ceases operations

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The Urban Renewal Authority (URA) in Hong Kong is stepping in to assist 40 housing estates that had hired Will Power Architects as their consultant for renovation projects. Will Power Architects is currently under investigation following a fatal fire last year, and its directors were arrested, leading the company to cease operations. The URA will provide transitional services to help these estates appoint new consultants and clarify costs for completed work. AI

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Hong Kong URA aids estates after fire-linked consultant ceases operations

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Edith Lin ·

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