Is Hong Kong still the free harbour that embraces diversity and upholds openness, efficiency and pragmatism above all else? Recent changes in government policies and popular sentiments, such as Leung Chun-ying’s "Hongkongers only" housing scheme, the shelving of new multi-entry permits to more mainlanders, ethnic minorities' long struggle for permanent resident status, curbs on cross-border trading activities by mainland traders, all point towards a more walled-off, protective attitude. The majority of respondents to a recent SCMP.com poll also seem to agree.