Professional Services/Legal
Gov’t proposes ban on konjac in jelly mini-cups
The treats were potential choking hazards for children and the elderly.
Gov’t proposes new tobacco control bill
10 short-term measures were introduced, with eight requiring amendments to existing laws.
Gov’t gazettes trade union amendment bill
The bill aims to safeguard national security and improve the regulatory regime for trade unions.
New Hong Kong cyber law forces first-time oversight on key sectors
Hong Kong’s 2026 ordinance puts critical infrastructure under mandatory cybersecurity compliance.
Gov’t to regulate basketball betting
The turnover of illegal basketball betting reached $70b to $90b in 2024.
Gov’t introduces new housing bill
The bill will be taken up by the Legislative Council for first and second readings on 2 April.
SFC fines Enlighten Securities $5m over internal control failures
ESL provided financial accommodation to margin clients with long-standing margin shortfalls.
Gov’t sets trial dates for three firms charged with conspiracy to defraud
The trial dates were fixed after all 19 defendants pleaded not guilty.
Bill expanding Therapy access to be Gazetted on 21 March
Its first reading at the Legislative Council is on 26 March.
Court orders 3-year corporate ban on Anxin’s ex-financial controller
Yang has been banned from undertaking corporate roles for three years.
Gov’t to enhance measures against illegal parking
It will continue to conduct daily monitoring, surprise inspections, and regular meetings.
Gov’t to introduce driving licence bill
The bill proposes to amend the Road Traffic Ordinance and related legislation.
Gov’t alerts public of fraudulent entity
Linkbex made false claims of its affiliation with seven SFC-licensed corporations.
Hong Kong’s new treasury rules may spur demand for legal, accounting advice
Listed companies may use repurchased stocks to fund investment and capital needs.
FAS, Heinbro to reform HK accounting and compliance services
The partnership will focus on streamlining compliance processes.
Gov’t implements mediation policy in contracts
Contract parties have to agree to use mediation in dispute settlement first before resorting to arbitration.
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