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Clarity Sought for Wang Fuk Court Fire Resettlement

1/19/2026

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The Hong Kong Housing Authority seeks clarity on a proposal to resettle Wang Fuk Court fire victims.
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin identified a Tai Po site for long-term resettlement: rental stock would stay unchanged.
The fire occurred on November 26, causing 168 fatalities and nearly 5,000 displaced residents.

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The Hong Kong Housing Authority seeks clarity on a proposal to resettle Wang Fuk Court fire victims.
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho Wing-yin identified a Tai Po site for long-term resettlement: rental stock would stay unchanged.
The fire occurred on November 26, causing 168 fatalities and nearly 5,000 displaced residents.