Food and Environmental Hygiene Department

The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) is a Hong Kong government agency responsible for maintaining food safety and environmental hygiene standards. Recent news highlights the FEHD's multifaceted role. The government is seeking a new director for the FEHD, emphasizing the need for "political acumen" and expertise in using technology for law enforcement. The department is currently involved in investigating food safety incidents, such as a tooth found in Maxim's toast and a cluster of food poisoning cases linked to raw oysters at the Mandarin Oriental hotel, prompting the hotel to remove certain seafood items. The FEHD is also working on new initiatives, including potentially approving dog-friendly restaurants by mid-2026. Additionally, the department enforces regulations against illegal hawking, as seen with recent arrests related to Blackpink concert merchandise sales. The FEHD's responsibilities extend to handling incidents involving animals, such as the discovery of a wild boar carcass near Li Ka-shing's residence. These events underscore the FEHD's ongoing importance in safeguarding public health and maintaining environmental standards in Hong Kong.