The government recently announced details for residents of seven fire-affected blocks at Tai Po's Wang Fuk Court to return and retrieve their belongings. The arrangement will take place in phases from April 20 to May 4, with residents from the seven blocks scheduled to return at designated times. However, the three-hour time limit per household has sparked dissatisfaction among some residents, who feel it is insufficient.
Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration Cheuk Wing-hing said this morning (March 30) that each household is essentially scheduled for one visit. He acknowledged residents' concerns about a "one-size-fits-all" approach and said the government will exercise flexibility based on on-site conditions and order, including the possibility of allowing residents to return more than once.
Cheuk explained that the government understands residents wish to have more time to retrieve their belongings. If residents feel they need to return again after their scheduled visit, they can express their views through the "one social worker per household" system. Arrangements will then be made based on specific circumstances, including the number of such requests and the distribution of affected blocks and floors, to provide more effective support while facilitating residents' return.
Regarding his earlier remark that "four people would have 12 hours," Cheuk clarified that each household has three hours to retrieve items, but "if several people go together, that means more hands to help with the packing."
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