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Opening Address by Counsel for ISS EastPoint Properties Limited (English only)

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Opening address English PDF · scanned ToR4: Supervision, Roles & ResponsibilitiesToR7: Recommendations & Improvement MeasuresToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation WorksToR5: Systemic Issues (Collusion, Bid-rigging, Conflicts)ToR2: Fire Service Installations & EquipmentToR1: Causes & Circumstances of Fire

Opening address by counsel for ISS EastPoint Properties Limited

Summary

The opening address by counsel for ISS EastPoint Properties Limited outlines the company's position regarding the fire incident at Wang Fuk Court on 26 November 2025. It emphasizes ISS EPP's compliance with fire safety regulations, denies negligence in building maintenance, and highlights the importance of clarifying roles and responsibilities. The company expresses sympathy for the victims and pledges full cooperation with the Independent Committee's investigation.

Summary in 繁體中文

本文件為ISS EastPoint Properties Limited律師於獨立調查聆訊中的開場陳詞，闡述公司立場及關鍵證據，涉及相關法律爭議，供香港傳媒及公眾參考。

Key points

  • ISS EastPoint Properties Limited represented by counsel
  • Opening address outlines company’s position on fire incident
  • Emphasis on compliance with fire safety regulations
  • Denial of negligence in building maintenance
  • Highlighting roles and responsibilities clarity
  • Request for fair assessment of evidence

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR3 building maintenance

Document emphasizes ISS EastPoint Properties Limited's compliance with fire safety regulations and outlines their position on building maintenance related to the fire.

ToR4 supervision, roles and responsibilities

The address discusses supervision gaps and clarifies roles and responsibilities of ISS EastPoint Properties Limited in relation to the fire incident.

In the news

This document connects to these themes in the news coverage analysis (News & Coverage).

Supervision vacuum: rubber-stamp inspectors and contractorsAdequacy of laws, penalties and the honour system
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