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DC reform meetings held

The Government held exchange meetings on the theme of improving the district governance system and reforming the District Councils (DCs) at the Central Government Offices today.   Over 80 Hong Kong Special Administrative Region deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) and Hong Kong SAR members of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) were there to exchange views on improving the district governance system and supporting the District Council election.   Chief Executive John Lee noted that it is the first major citywide election after improving the district governance system and reforming the DCs, and is of particular significance.   He said it also marks the final mile for the full implementation of the principle of “patriots administering Hong Kong” in the district governance structure.   The Chief Executive also noted that the election is of great significance to the good governance and the long-term st
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Sports demonstrations to be staged

The Leisure & Cultural Services Department announced today that tickets for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Mainland Olympians delegation sports demonstrations and variety show will be sold from November 26.   The delegation will visit Hong Kong from December 3 to 5. It will meet the public and stage demonstrations from 9.30am to 11.30am on December 4.   Two groups of athletes will give badminton, fencing, gymnastics and table tennis demonstrations at Queen Elizabeth Stadium and diving and swimming demonstrations at Victoria Park Swimming Pool.   The variety show will also be held at Queen Elizabeth Stadium and will take place on the same day from 5pm to 6.30pm.      Tickets will be available for sale at $20 each from 10am on November 26 via the Internet, mobile app and credit card telephone booking services of URBTIX. Around 5,300 tickets have been reserved for the public.   There will be no concessionary tickets and each person can purchase a maximum of two tickets each time. Real-name registration is required.   Ticket holders must present proof of identity that contains the same name and a photo for checking or else they will be refused entry and the tickets will be non-refundable.   They are also prohibited from amending information on the tickets or transferring them to others.   Those purchasing tickets must collect them at URBTIX box offices or at the Cityline ticket dispensing machines before the events. Click here for more details.   All attendees should wear masks, have their body temperature checked and scan the LeaveHomeSafe QR code. People aged below 12 or aged 65 or above and those with disabilities will be exempted from that requirement.   Additionally, broadcasting arrangements will be made so the public can enjoy the events at home.
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