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Elderly Face Higher Transport Costs Under New Subsidy Scheme

4/2/2026

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John Hau, a 66-year-old Hong Kong resident, will pay an extra HK$1.20 for Sham Shui Po to Wan Chai trip as the subsidy scheme changes.
He says the change is emotionally taxing and criticizes the government for not considering elderly workers' diverse financial situations.
The revised scheme requires JoyYou Card holders to pay 20% of fares over HK$10, instead of a flat rate, increasing costs for elderly and disabled users.

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John Hau, a 66-year-old Hong Kong resident, will pay an extra HK$1.20 for Sham Shui Po to Wan Chai trip as the subsidy scheme changes.
He says the change is emotionally taxing and criticizes the government for not considering elderly workers' diverse financial situations.
The revised scheme requires JoyYou Card holders to pay 20% of fares over HK$10, instead of a flat rate, increasing costs for elderly and disabled users.