Hong Kong housing checks unit faces trust test after Tai Po fire

A fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po has prompted Hong Kong authorities to create new oversight bodies for building maintenance and bid-rigging, but residents like Dorz Cheung doubt implementation will prevent future disasters. The reforms follow a deadly blaze, highlighting systemic issues in housing safety. The effectiveness of the new unit remains unproven, with concerns about enforcement and corruption.

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