Today's News: Government Promotes Targeted Poverty Alleviation and Issues Heat Stress at Work Warning
Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun stated that the government will optimize poverty alleviation policies through big data to provide targeted support for specific groups. In addition, the Labour Department issued a Heat Stress at Work Warning today, reminding outdoor workers to take precautions against heatstroke. Customs recently detected several drug trafficking cases at the airport, while red flags have been hoisted at some beaches due to big waves.
Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun pointed out that the traditional "poverty line" calculation method is distorted and fails to accurately reflect the actual poverty situation. In the future, the government will use big data analysis to provide "targeted assistance" for specific groups such as single-parent families, the elderly, and residents of subdivided units (referring to housing divided into multiple small units). This shift aims to ensure that social resources can more effectively reach those truly in need.
Due to the hot weather, the Labour Department issued a "Heat Stress at Work Warning" today. While the warning is in effect, employers should follow the Labour Department's guidelines to arrange appropriate rest periods for employees working outdoors or in environments without air conditioning, and provide cool drinking water and shading facilities to reduce the risk of heatstroke.
Hong Kong Customs detected several cases of drug trafficking in passenger luggage at Hong Kong International Airport between June 17 and June 19. During the operation, approximately six kilograms of ketamine (commonly known as "K") and over 40 kilograms of other suspected drugs were seized. Customs emphasized that they will continue to strengthen inspections to combat cross-border drug trafficking activities.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Hung Shing Yeh Beach on Lamma Island and Pui O Beach on Lantau Island. The red flag indicates that swimming at these locations is dangerous, and the public should temporarily avoid entering the water.
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