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PPRB's replies to the media

A letter to a Chinese-language newspaper refuted allegations published July 28 that Police caused activation delays at the Container Port Traffic Liaison Centre during Typhoon Yutu by incorrectly assessing the situation. It was emphasised that Police had been fully aware of the requirements, deploying additional manpower and adopting contingency measures. The letter also denied accusations regarding an officer's refusal to attend an activation meeting at the Centre, stating Police had received no such request.

  • Another letter sent to a Chinese-language newspaper on July 28 refuted allegations made by DAB that a new traffic commander in Tsuen Wan had underestimated the seriousness of the situation and did not implement contingency measures in time.

  • A Chinese-language newspaper was sent a letter on July 30 in reference to reports on public processions, correcting use of the term "apply" and stating Police urged the Chinese University Student Union to "notify" and not " submit application to" Police in accordance with the Public Order Ordinance.

  • A letter to another Chinese-language newspaper on July 30 regarding public processions stated that Police had initiated contact with the student union requesting organisers to inform Police. Police did not request submission of an application.

  • A letter was sent to a Chinese-language newspaper on August 3, stating incorrect figures had been quoted in a report on Police indebtedness. The article said 400 Police were in debt last year. Clarification revealed this figure at 202 officers.

  • Another Chinese-language newspaper received a letter on August 6 refuting a report regarding the alleged dismissal of a Marine Police officer for mismanagement of his financial activities, who subsequently resumed duties after winning an appeal, stating no such case appeared in Police records.

  • A letter was sent to a Chinese-language newspaper in response to its August 6 column discussing Police equipment, providing information on efforts to improve the quality of Police uniforms and equipment.

  • The Force issued a press release on August 5 in response to a Chinese-language newspaper report regarding alleged threats made against reporters covering a drink-driving case, stating that Hong Kong is a place of law and order and Police will not tolerate any violence which challenges the authority of officers in the execution of their duty.

    (Check on PEN for more rebuttal details.)




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