Hong Kong to consider HK$3,000 fixed penalty for smoking on construction sites

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ambrose LiFebruary 3, 2026 at 04:24 PM

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Hong Kong authorities are considering changing a proposed fine for smoking on construction sites from a maximum of HK$150,000 to a fixed penalty of HK$3,000. The initial plan was to amend the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance, but concerns were raised by some workers that the higher fine would make them feel apprehensive. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han stated that the government is actively looking at a solution to address these concerns. One option being considered is to align the fine with the existing HK$3,000 penalty under the Smoking (Public Health) Ordinance. The proposal aims to respond to the deadly Tai Po blaze in November, which occurred during renovations at Wang Fuk Court. The industry has largely agreed with the proposed ban and fine.

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Wang Fuk Court 40% Tai Po 50% Hong Kong Government 70% Chris Sun Yuk-han ×380% Hong Kong ×290%

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smoking ban 90% construction sites 80% fixed penalty 80% hk$3,000 fine 70% factories and industrial undertakings ordinance 60% tai po blaze 50% renovations 40% labour and welfare 40%