Hong Kong News Summary Today: Work Arrangements Under Heavy Rain, Food Safety, and Social Welfare Updates
Due to unstable weather in Hong Kong recently, the Education Bureau issued a special report today reminding schools to take contingency measures under the Red Rainstorm Warning Signal to ensure student safety. Meanwhile, the Labour Department has repeatedly reminded employers to establish work arrangements with employees in advance for periods of rainstorm warnings, extreme conditions, or tropical cyclones. These arrangements should include details on reporting for duty, release from work, and resumption of work, while fully considering employees' transportation safety and practical difficulties during adverse weather.
Regarding law enforcement, Hong Kong Customs successfully detected two cases of drug trafficking via luggage at Hong Kong International Airport on June 5 and 6. Customs officers seized approximately 3.4 kilograms of suspected drugs during the operation. Further investigations into the cases are currently underway, demonstrating the authorities' determination to combat cross-boundary drug trafficking activities.
On food safety, the Centre for Food Safety of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced today that samples of beef and beef congee taken from a licensed food factory in the North District were found to contain sulfur dioxide, a preservative not permitted for use in fresh meat. The Centre has instructed the relevant shop to stop selling the affected products and will continue to follow up on the incident to protect public health.
Regarding social welfare policies, the Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, met with the media today to discuss the review of the "Government Public Transport Fare Concession Scheme for the Elderly and Eligible Persons with Disabilities" (the $2 Scheme). Additionally, he spoke about the "Baby Danny incident," which has recently drawn public attention, explaining the government's work regarding child welfare and social support.
In terms of talent cultivation and professional activities, the Secretary for Justice, Paul Lam, attended the kick-off ceremony of the "Hong Kong Youth Mainland Legal Professional Internship Programme 2026" today, encouraging young legal talents to understand the Mainland's legal system through internships. On the same day, the Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Keith Tsoi, attended the awards ceremony for the selection trials of the World Bakery Championship, supporting the local baking industry's integration with international standards and promoting professional development.
Finally, regarding environmental protection and recreation, the Environmental Protection Department actively participated in a joint ecological environment volunteer service activity with coastal provinces and cities to mark Environment Day and promote a beautiful Hong Kong. Furthermore, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced that the red flag at Clear Water Bay Second Beach has been lowered, indicating that the water quality or wave conditions have improved and citizens can resume safe water activities.