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HK Proposes HK$3,000 Fine for Smoking at Construction Sites

2/4/2026

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Hong Kong authorities are considering a fixed penalty of HK$3,000 for smoking on construction sites, replacing a maximum HK$150,000.
Chris Sun Yuk-han, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, says the change addresses construction workers’ concerns about the high maximum penalty.
The proposal follows a deadly November blaze at Wang Fuk Court.
Sun notes thorough consideration and says the government seeks penalties aligned with the Smoking (Public Health) Ordinance.

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Hong Kong authorities are considering a fixed penalty of HK$3,000 for smoking on construction sites, replacing a maximum HK$150,000.
Chris Sun Yuk-han, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, says the change addresses construction workers’ concerns about the high maximum penalty.
The proposal follows a deadly November blaze at Wang Fuk Court.
Sun notes thorough consideration and says the government seeks penalties aligned with the Smoking (Public Health) Ordinance.