The mask ban in Hong Kong took effect in October 5, but the way it was imposed through emergency powers was ruled unconstitutional by High Court judges on Monday. Photo: SCMP

China slams Hong Kong court’s ruling of anti-mask law as unconstitutional, says only Beijing can decide on constitutionality

  • China’s top legislative affairs body says only Beijing has right to decide on issues of constitutionality after High Court rules mask ban contravenes Basic Law
  • Analysts say Beijing is likely to intervene with one saying authorities expected to ‘act very soon’
Topic |   Hong Kong protests

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The mask ban in Hong Kong took effect in October 5, but the way it was imposed through emergency powers was ruled unconstitutional by High Court judges on Monday. Photo: SCMP
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The court ruled that the ban was incompatible with the Basic Law. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong court sent wrong signals to radical protesters over face mask ban, say mainland Chinese analysts

  • The High Court’s decision to strike down the prohibition on facial coverings was criticised by mainland legal scholars
  • Some analysts believe Beijing may intervene to ‘correct’ the Basic Law if an appeal by the city’s government is unsuccessful
Topic |   Hong Kong protests

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The court ruled that the ban was incompatible with the Basic Law. Photo: Reuters
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