Bernadette Linn Hon-ho

Hong Kong minister vows to give public account of Queen Mary Hospital lift saga

26 Sep 2026 - 3:48PM

Hong Kong to bar firms with integrity offences from building renovation lists

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn says applications to pre-qualify will open next Wednesday and lists rolled out by year-end.

22 Sep 2026 - 8:45PM

Residential buildings in West Kowloon. The new pre-qualified lists aim to help property owners select qualified professionals for building maintenance work. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

100 start-ups joining Hong Kong flagship tech hub to get top mentors

Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park submits proposed list of sector-specific firms to access cross-border data flows in pilot.

18 Sep 2026 - 8:02AM

Exclusive | Senior civil servant asked to resign over defective lifts at Queen Mary Hospital

But Architectural Services Department, where Tuesday Li served as a chief project manager, says her departure didn’t involve ‘forced resignation’.

12 Sep 2026 - 11:09PM

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong reserves right to seek compensation over faulty hospital lift work

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn says contractors must cover remedial costs after lift defects delay Queen Mary Hospital’s new block.

8 Sep 2026 - 7:18PM

Queen Mary Hospital’s new block has been delayed by up to a year after defects left 24 of its 28 lifts unfit for use. Photo: Sam Tsang

The delay has prevented medical departments from moving into the facility, where a blood bank and restaurants remain open. Photo: Karma Lo

Northern Metropolis

Editorial | Consortium that won Northern Metropolis plot shows way forward

The joint venture comprising mainland heavyweights and a Hong Kong developer indicates that a diversified model could be the way to go for the mega-project.

27 Aug 2026 - 7:15AM

Heavyweights give Northern Metropolis vote of confidence with HK$1.03b land win

Six-company consortium awarded tender for 10.5-hectare project in Hung Shui Kiu, with total investment of HK$16.8 billion expected.

25 Aug 2026 - 12:34AM

Hong Kong’s rare plot incentive will help resurrect decaying districts: analysts

Bonus plot ratio pilot scheme, which is intended to expedite private redevelopment in seven old districts, to be launched next month.

20 Aug 2026 - 9:39PM

Sham Shui Po (above), which has more borderline-case old buildings, could see faster redevelopment under the scheme than areas such as Wan Chai, according to lawmaker Augustine Wong. Photo: Roy Issa

Hong Kong to tighten contractor oversight after Tai Po blaze, minister vows

Development secretary also pledges to explore harsher penalties for offenders as government’s reliance on industry’s self-policing comes into question.

20 Jul 2026 - 12:24AMvideocam

Substandard non-fire-retardant scaffolding netting had been used in the renovation project at Wang Fuk Court, an independent investigating committee has heard. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong transport

No public subsidies needed for Pak Shek Kok MTR station: Hong Kong minister

Bernadette Linn says land grants to MTR Corp will reflect project’s full cost and allow rail operator to generate sufficient returns.

11 Jul 2026 - 4:09PM

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong keeps tight grip on housing land supply despite property rebound

Government will tender just one plot in Kowloon this quarter, as officials point to future supply from railway, redevelopment and Northern Metropolis projects.

10 Jul 2026 - 7:14PMvideocam

Why did only 2 city firms put up their hands for Northern Metropolis project?

New land disposal model pairing developers and industrial operators demands longer paybacks, with implications for smaller firms, experts say.

10 Jul 2026 - 8:34AM

Development chief hails ‘diversified’ consortium in Northern Metropolis pilot bid

Despite receiving two bids for Hung Shui Kiu project, Bernadette Linn says mix of property developers and operators meets government’s aim.

4 Jul 2026 - 7:56PM

The Northern Metropolis tender at Hung Shui Kiu aims to integrate housing with innovation and technology uses. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator eyes bond issuance, tax cuts for firms

Incoming chairman Jeffrey Lam outlines park’s financing and offerings, says operator will first rely on government’s HK$10 billion injection.

17 May 2026 - 8:13PM

Hong Kong transport

New Fanling Bypass section to prevent congestion ahead of public housing push

Minister says 4km dual two-lane carriageway completed just in time to support Fanling North New Development Area.

2 May 2026 - 7:26PM

Over 250 rare Han dynasty relics on display in major Hong Kong showcase

Development chief Bernadette Linn calls exhibition a ‘sequel’ to last year’s Tang dynasty showcase, with 95 per cent of relics shown in city for first time.

19 Apr 2026 - 9:27PM

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn (right) views a Han dynasty artefact. Photo: Handout

Dedicated Northern Metropolis laws may speed up projects by 1 year, minister says

Development chief Bernadette Linn also says authorities preparing to increase residential component of some sites.

29 Mar 2026 - 7:33PM

Northern Metropolis boundary changes will need Legco approval, minister says

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says she cannot see a need to adjust the boundaries at this stage.

25 Mar 2026 - 3:44AM

Northern Metropolis to streamline land approval process from 9 to 2 months: sources

New legislation intended to align with newly unveiled 15th national five-year plan and speed up megaproject development.

16 Mar 2026 - 10:29PM

The Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area in Tuen Mun. Photo: Eugene Lee

Legal framework for Northern Metropolis to be tabled at Legco on March 24

Latest budget is seeking HK$30 billion in initial capital for development of Hetao Hong Kong Park, San Tin Technopole and Shui Kiu Industry Park.

1 Mar 2026 - 10:29PM

The Northern Metropolis is a megaproject located in the northern New Territories. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong extends building inspection deadline for contractor conviction checks

Some records are ‘definitely quite severe’ and include prosecutions for corruption and bribery, development chief Bernadette Linn says.

24 Jan 2026 - 7:38PM

Hong Kong authorities could vet construction firm directors to tighten oversight

Development chief says government could extend checks beyond project’s authorised person to help plug loopholes after Tai Po fire.

21 Jan 2026 - 9:22PM

Hong Kong to roll out tender platform upgraded after Tai Po fire in second half

Under new system, Urban Renewal Authority will conduct strict scrutiny of directors of contractors and consultants.

19 Jan 2026 - 12:32AM

The use of substandard, non-fire-retardant scaffold nets and flammable foam boards to seal windows were suspected of contributing to the rapid spread of the Wang Fuk Court fire. Photo: Eugene Lee

Bid-rigging clamp, smoke-free construction sites: Hong Kong Legco gets cracking

The Post looks into measures proposed in response to last year’s Wang Fuk Court fire.

15 Jan 2026 - 6:18PM

The eighth Legislative Council held its first meeting on Wednesday morning. Photo: Eugene Lee

Gaps laid bare by deadly Hong Kong fire focus of first Legco meeting of new term

City leader John Lee outlines government priorities in wake of November’s blaze, with resettlement of residents and investigations topping list.

15 Jan 2026 - 12:23AMvideocam