HK development chief denies U-turn on building maintenance agency

Hong Kong's Development Secretary Bernadette Linn refuted claims of a policy reversal regarding a new agency to assist homeowners with repair tenders, asserting its remit differs from a rejected proposal a decade ago. The agency, the Building Maintenance Support and Services Council, is set to be established by end of 2026. The denial signals potential political sensitivity over housing policy consistency, but the practical impact remains limited.

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