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Alice Mak Mei-kuen

(麥美娟)

Alice Mak Mei-kuen
麥美娟
Alice Mak Mei-kuen: Known for her extensive public service career in Hong Kong, she currently serves as the Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, a role she assumed in July 2022.
Po Leung Kuk Lee Shau Kee Youth Oasis is one of only two properties in operation under the government’s Youth Hostel Scheme. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Hong Kong society

Youth hostel scheme falls short as only 44% of expected flats available: audit

Audit Commission review finds only 1,326 flats offered at two hotels in operation, fewer than half of 3,000 expected from seven facilities.

Hong Kong society

‘All risks must be controlled,’ John Lee says on basketball betting U-turn

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My Take

My Take | All bets are off on legal basketball wagers in Hong Kong

Hong Kong society

Call to check tech trends when drafting policies after basketball betting U-turn

Development of technology is faster than the pace of legislation, ex-lawmaker notes.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club says it respects the authorities’ decision and will wait for further advice on its basketball betting licence application. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s basketball betting U-turn ‘aligns with Beijing gambling clampdown’

Home affairs chief Alice Mak says amendment to legalise basketball betting does not mean government must issue licence regardless of changing conditions.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong proposes mandatory renovation briefings to combat bid-rigging

Amendment to Building Management Ordinance aimed at enhancing homeowners’ participation and closing existing legal gaps after fatal Tai Po fire.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Wang Fuk Court briefing to give residents answers before decisions are made’

Home affairs chief Alice Mak says issues can be more easily addressed at briefing, allowing residents to understand the details better.

The inferno broke out at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court on November 26 last year, claiming 168 lives and displacing nearly 5,000 residents. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Residents of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court blocks can retrieve belongings from mid-April

Residents from seven of estate’s eight blocks will be able to return on select dates based on which housing tower they lived in.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Over 300 Wang Fuk Court homeowners to petition Hong Kong’s John Lee for meeting

Owners demand face-to-face session to address concerns over remaining renovation funds, outstanding fees and building safety.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong councillor warned over parking offence as misconduct scrutiny widens

Home affairs chief Alice Mak to warn councillors to uphold public expectations, with Poon Chi-shing the latest to come under fire amid recent traffic breaches.

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District councilor Poon Chi-shing has been warned after parking his car in a spot obstructing emergency vehicle access at Kwai Fong Plaza. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to soon unveil rehousing plans for Wang Fuk Court residents: city leader

Government must overcome three major challenges, including dealing with insurance issues tied to property rights and potential legal disputes, John Lee says.

John Lee visits residents displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire temporarily staying in a youth hostel in Kai Tak. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong lawmakers call for greater scrutiny of flat owners’ proxies

Legislators respond to government’s proposed changes to law governing building management including maintenance projects.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong government defends estate administrator after Tai Po fire hearing

Minister says Hop On Management will be present ‘as necessary’ at future hearings following criticism residents lacked legal representation.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong district councillor warned after parking illegally in fire exit lane

Chau Kit-ying reminded verbally and in writing to act in accordance with public expectations of district councillors, minister says.

Chau Kit-ying, a Kwai Tsing district councillor, has apologised for her actions. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Exclusive | Tai Po fire relief fund to earn interest from fixed deposits: Hong Kong minister

Home affairs chief Alice Mak says government ‘not that foolish’ to leave funds idle after some economists suggest investing money.

Around HK$1.2 billion of the support fund has been distributed to affected Wang Fuk Court residents. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Exclusive | Hong Kong considers doubling attendance threshold for major renovation approvals

Home affairs chief Alice Mak pledges to fast-track amendment to Building Management Ordinance following Tai Po fire that killed 168.

Hong Kong society

Explainer | Bid-rigging clamp, smoke-free construction sites: Hong Kong Legco gets cracking

The Post looks into measures proposed in response to last year’s Wang Fuk Court fire.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Gaps laid bare by deadly Hong Kong fire focus of first Legco meeting of new term

City leader John Lee outlines government priorities in wake of November’s blaze, with resettlement of residents and investigations topping list.

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Chief Executive John Lee walks in the Legislative Council chamber as new Legco president Starry Lee looks on. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong authorities distribute 30% of HK$4.1 billion Tai Po fire relief fund

Nearly HK$1.2 billion of fund has been handed out to those affected by deadly blaze, along with more than 45,000 donated items.

Hong Kong society

Filipino helper killed in Hong Kong fire hailed as heroine on repatriation

Filipino official says Maryan Pascual Esteban’s body arrives in country while Hong Kong authorities vow long-term support for affected residents.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong minister urges landlords to avoid cashing in on Tai Po fire rent aid

Home affairs minister Alice Mak says some landlords appear to have been raising rents to take advantage of subsidies for displaced residents.

Hong Kong will provide an annual subsidy of HK$150,000 to each flat owner affected the Tai Po blaze, to help them rent homes in the private market. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong fire: authorities seek to dissolve Wang Fuk Court owners’ committee

Home affairs minister Alice Mak says government intervening for first time on record in residential estate’s affairs.

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Last month’s fire killed at least 160 people. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Market rates set Hong Kong’s HK$150,000 subsidy for Tai Po fire victims: minister

Home affairs minister Alice Mak says two-year annual grant is based on typical rent in the area amid concerns it could drive up rates.

Legislative Council election 2025

Last-ditch effort to get Hongkongers to vote in Legco poll, but turnout uncertain

City leader John Lee calls for refocus on reform and recovery, as analysts say city’s worst fire in decades would play decisive role in turnout rate.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

From shoes to scholarships: Hongkongers unite for Tai Po fire victims

Individuals and companies are helping to gather food, clothing and bedding, with one anonymous donor offering to fund education of up to two orphans.

Large amounts of donations, from cash to daily necessities, have poured in for victims of the Tai Po fire. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong scaffold nets come down after deadly fire as residents get more help

Authorities also double living allowance for Tai Po fire-hit households to HK$100,000.

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Just one block at Wang Fuk Court was untouched by the inferno. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong begins 3 days of mourning as more arrests made over deadly blaze

Death toll remains at 128 while about 150 people are still ‘unreachable’, police say.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong minister urges NGOs to work more closely with government over fire aid

Secretary Alice Mak also rejects claims that care teams had asked police to disperse volunteers and rumours members were rude to residents.

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