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THE E-MAIL FORUM

Q Should Two IFC have a public viewing platform?

Two IFC is fast becoming the architectural equivalent of Philip Wong Yu-hong's 'rude gesture' to the people of Hong Kong. The fact that the building splits the harbour view in two from the Peak and is utterly out of balance with its surroundings have clearly not concerned the developers or the government. (When have such things ever been a concern?)

But could they at least give something back to the people who will put up with it by having a public viewing gallery, as do the Sears Tower and countless other world-class skyscrapers? Nope, sorry, prohibitively expensive, they tell us. Give us a break. Whoever is responsible for that decision should be made to base jump off the 84th floor of Two IFC.

John Potter, Mid-Levels

Q How should the harbour be better utilised?

The recent judicial ruling in favour of protecting Victoria Harbour has set a high standard for the Town Planning Board. Save our Shorelines supports Winston Chu Ka-sun's call for a Harbour Authority to protect and responsibly develop the shoreline of our beautiful harbour for the use of Hong Kong people and our visitors.

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