Three Hong Kong franchised bus companies have applied to increase fares by between 6.5 and 9.5 per cent, despite two of them reporting profits in the last financial year. KMB and New Lantao Bus both applied to raise fares by 6.5 per cent, while Citybus was seeking an increase of nearly 9.5 per cent for…
Two of Hong Kong’s major bus operators have applied to raise fares, with the highest proposed increase being nearly 10 per cent, the Post has learned, as lawmakers raise concerns over the services’ affordability amid a sluggish economy. Three sources said on Tuesday that franchised bus company KMB had applied to raise fares by 6.5…
Hong Kong’s rail giant has said it will not resort to its by-laws to compel commuters to stand still on each side of escalators, rather than leave a path open for those who wish to pass in a hurry on the left. The MTR Corporation launched a campaign last week to persuade commuters to refrain…
Hong Kong’s rail giant has launched a controversial campaign to try to persuade commuters to do away with deep-rooted habits by standing still on both sides of escalators rather than leaving the left for those who wish to pass in a hurry. The MTR Corporation cited safety concerns when it unveiled the initiative on Friday,…
Hong Kong lawmakers have questioned a government proposal to build a HK$700 million (US$90 million) exhibition hall at a prime site to showcase major development projects including the Northern Metropolis. They also urged the government on Tuesday to lower the cost of the first-stage development of the San Tin Technopole, a hub near the border…