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- The Hong Kong government revamps HK$2 fare concession for elderly and disabled, at HK$90 million, with two-thirds funded by the government.
- A Legislative Council finance committee paper notes 220 beneficiaries averaging 240 trips monthly, with one person making 20 trips daily.
- From April 3, beneficiaries pay 20% on fares above HK$10, with a 240-trip cap next year.
- The 2026–27 budget rises to HK$5.17 billion, up from HK$1.2 billion in 2019–20.
