Out of 81 cases, most involve bodily harm, while small percentage fall into realm of mental or sexual abuse.
Social Welfare Bureau
All residents who are double-jabbed and over 65 will be eligible, even those with a certificate of inability from the Health Bureau.
Social Welfare Bureau Director Hon Wai praises 47% rise in vaccinations but says there is still room for improvement.
Plans include closing schools and public venues, home delivery of essential supplies, reducing bus services and tightening entry procedures.
Trade association and owners’ relatives accuse authorities of inefficiency; investigators seeking cause of fire which sank five boats.
Participants enjoy ‘green walk’, seminar, tree planting, music performance and exhibition of recycled bicycles and e-motorbike.
Health Bureau will continue to station mobile vaccination station around city, reaching out to elderly, bedridden and those with impaired mobility.
Phone campaign targets senior citizens, while schools regularly quiz parents whether their children have been vaccinated against Covid-19.
Yellow cold weather alert issued by Weather Bureau; residents urged to stay warm and consult social services if needed.