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Transcript of Evidential Hearing held on 10 April 2026 (Draft)

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Hearing transcript English PDF · scanned ToR2: Fire Service Installations & EquipmentToR4: Supervision, Roles & ResponsibilitiesToR7: Recommendations & Improvement MeasuresToR1: Causes & Circumstances of FireToR6: Adequacy of Laws & PenaltiesToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation WorksToR5: Systemic Issues (Collusion, Bid-rigging, Conflicts)

Transcript of evidential hearing held on 10 April 2026

Summary

The evidential hearing on 10 April 2026 examined the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, focusing on the timeline of the fire outbreak, malfunctioning fire service installations, and incomplete maintenance records. Witnesses highlighted unclear supervisory roles during the response and discussed the adequacy of existing fire safety laws. Recommendations for improved fire safety measures were proposed.

Summary in 繁體中文

2026年4月10日舉行的火災證據聆訊記錄（草稿），由香港調查委員會發布，詳述火災事件相關證據及證人陳述，為後續調查提供重要依據。

Key points

  • Witnesses detailed timeline of fire outbreak and response
  • Fire service installations reportedly malfunctioned during fire
  • Maintenance records for Wang Fuk Court were incomplete
  • Supervisory roles during fire response were unclear
  • Discussions on adequacy of existing fire safety laws
  • Recommendations for improved fire safety measures proposed

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 Causes & Circumstances of Fire

Witnesses detailed timeline of fire outbreak and response, including specific times and actions taken.

ToR2 Fire Service Installations & Equipment

Testimonies reported malfunction of fire service installations during the fire.

ToR3 Building Maintenance & Renovation Works

Discussion of incomplete maintenance records for Wang Fuk Court.

ToR4 Supervision, Roles & Responsibilities

Witnesses and parties addressed gaps in supervision and responsibility during the fire event.

In the news

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

Cause of fire: smoking on renovation worksDisabled fire alarms, hydrants and hose reelsSupervision vacuum: rubber-stamp inspectors and contractorsAdequacy of laws, penalties and the honour system
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