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Cliff Buddle
Special Projects Editor
A journalist for more than 30 years, Cliff Buddle began his career as a court reporter in London and moved to Hong Kong in 1994 to join the Post. He returned to the UK in August 2022. Specialising in court reporting and legal affairs, he has held a variety of editorial positions, including Deputy Editor and Acting Editor-in-Chief. He is a regular columnist.
A journalist for more than 30 years, Cliff Buddle began his career as a court reporter in London and moved to Hong Kong in 1994 to join the Post. He returned to the UK in August 2022. Specialising in court reporting and legal affairs, he has held a variety of editorial positions, including Deputy Editor and Acting Editor-in-Chief. He is a regular columnist.
Areas of Expertise:
Legal and constitutional issues, Hong Kong news, opinion writingLanguages Spoken:
English
The British government should clarify the position of BN(O) visa holders and exclude them from the impact of a campaign to cut immigration.
The story of China’s new world champion is both lesson and inspiration. His success can broaden the sport’s appeal. And Hong Kong may benefit.
Amid commemorations on the anniversary of VE Day, it was important to reflect on the horror of conflict and renew a commitment to peace.
In Britain, calm is required as the implications of a landmark legal ruling are worked out – and in Hong Kong an activist continues to seek clarity.
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Francis’ words at Easter were ones of reconciliation, compassion, inclusivity and understanding. Let us hope that they will be heeded.
While development seems inevitable, the priority must be sustainability and, most of all, preservation of these valuable natural assets.
Such justices can still play an important part in the city’s future. The judiciary needs to make some big signings, however difficult that may be.
Recent tour by Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble is part of wider efforts by city to forge cultural ties overseas.
With four of the biggest European teams to play, Hong Kong must put in a performance of the highest level, free from scandals or blunders.
Impressive new stadium, exciting rugby action and fans full of fun are tough match for rivals who dare try to win Hong Kong sporting crown.
Former High Court judge died aged 80 in Australia in December, with his lengthy career including sentencing of ‘King of Thieves’ Yip Kai-foon.
A Chinese student convicted in London of drugging and raping 10 women may have attacked a further 50, some who may not even know.
Such cases are often seen in black and white terms. But interpreting and applying the law along with the legal system’s core principles is complex.
The government is exploring legalising betting on basketball. But the plan has reignited debate about the impact on society – and rightly so.
A British nurse is behind bars for life after being convicted of killing seven babies. Now an expert panel has claimed there were ‘no murders’.
It is important that the event retains its status as one of the city’s most prestigious. Anyone cutting corners is only cheating themselves.
Hongkongers in Britain deserve clarity and commitment rather than the half-baked proposals presented by the new Conservative Party leader.
The system will continue to come under scrutiny as the city seeks to establish itself as an international legal centre and China’s ‘superconnector’.
For ex-residents, this is the time to miss the city and remember past celebrations. The beginning of the Year of the Snake will be no exception.
US Supreme Court decision risks denying 170 million users in America access to the platform and is a sign of the times amid bilateral tensions.
A spate of poisonings has highlighted the broader need to update animal cruelty laws, more than five years since an overhaul was first proposed.
The sport’s governing body says it will now hold ‘extensive consultation’ over new rules. This should have been done before they were announced.
While many former residents have encountered difficulties since making the move, they will, if properly utilised, be of great value to their new home.
The Christmas spirit has universal appeal and has, in different ways, been embraced by people of other faiths and beliefs around the world.
Rather than fighting court battles, the government should put in place comprehensive legislation upholding the LGBTQ community’s rights.
A court ruling that found the EIA for the project was riddled with errors and breaches of the law may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.
The banker and author, who died recently aged 79, believed that fears and myths must be rejected, calling for the creation of a “coalition of hope”.
Jail terms over a subversion plot are a tragic end to what was hoped would be the city’s political development. But it should be revisited in the future.
Not-guilty verdicts in the bomb plot trial prompted calls for the system to be reformed or even abolished. It should instead be strengthened.
