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Government's Rehousing Plan Sparks Outrage Among Fire Victims

3/15/2026

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The government outreach team deployed March 2 to assist nearly 2,000 Wang Fuk Court homeowners with a rehousing plan after the Tai Po fire.
Only four of twelve interviewed residents reported contact with the team.
Many residents described officers as rude or unhelpful.
Jason Kong said residents faced pressure to accept the government's flat exchange or cash-out.
Some elderly neighbors were advised to retire in mainland China with the cash.

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Story summary

The government outreach team deployed March 2 to assist nearly 2,000 Wang Fuk Court homeowners with a rehousing plan after the Tai Po fire.
Only four of twelve interviewed residents reported contact with the team.
Many residents described officers as rude or unhelpful.
Jason Kong said residents faced pressure to accept the government's flat exchange or cash-out.
Some elderly neighbors were advised to retire in mainland China with the cash.