The Lands Department announced today (May 28) that in respect of the tender for the site Kowloon Inland Lot No. 11240 at the junction of Soy Street and Shanghai Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon, which was awarded on April 28 to the successful tenderer, Bring Bright Limited (parent company: Worth Forever Limited), on a 50-year land grant at a premium of $467,180,000, the tender amounts submitted by the unsuccessful tenderers in descending order are published on an anonymous basis as follows:
 
(1) $448,000,000
(2) $421,338,000
(3) $410,000,000
(4) $399,999,999
(5) $368,000,000
(6) $363,933,000
(7) $362,010,000
(8) $343,509,800
(9) $338,000,000
(10) $333,686,000
(11) $333,222,888
(12) $333,000,000
(13) $318,000,000
(14) $318,000,000
(15) $314,000,004
(16) $308,900,000
(17) $308,000,000
(18) $305,000,000
(19) $301,800,000
(20) $292,838,998
(21) $281,000,000
(22) $262,000,000
(23) $243,000,000
(24) $202,000,000
(25) $171,100,000
(26) $138,000,000

     The information disclosed in this press release is for information only.

     The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) announced today (May 28) that the Legislative Council has approved the Air Pollution Control (Vehicle Design Standards) (Emission) (Amendment) Regulation 2020.

     An EPD spokesman said that the Amendment Regulation will tighten the emission standards for first-registered motorcycles to Euro 4 from October 1, 2020, and first-registered light buses with a design weight of more than 3.5 tonnes and buses with a design weight of not more than 9 tonnes to Euro VI On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Phase C from March 1, 2021.

     "To improve roadside air quality and protect public health, the Government has a standing policy to tighten the emission standards of first-registered motor vehicles with reference to international developments and the supply of compliant vehicles to Hong Kong," the spokesman added.

     Euro 4 petrol motorcycles emit about 50 per cent less total hydrocarbons (including volatile organic compounds (VOCs)) and about 60 per cent less nitrogen oxides (NOx) from tailpipes in comparison with their Euro 3 counterparts. Control on evaporative emission of VOCs and requirements for OBD systems are also incorporated into Euro 4 standards to further reduce their emissions.

     Compared with their Euro V counterparts, Euro VI heavy duty diesel vehicles (including light buses with a design weight of more than 3.5 tonnes and buses with a design weight of not more than 9 tonnes) emit about 80 per cent less NOx and 50 per cent less respirable suspended particulates.

     "The Amendment Regulation will help further reduce the emissions of motor vehicles and improve roadside air quality," the spokesman said.

     An exhibition entitled "Heritage Over a Century: Tung Wah Museum and Heritage Conservation", featuring more than 70 artefacts from the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs), will open tomorrow (May 29) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre.
      
     TWGHs has been offering a range of medical, educational, community, traditional and cultural services since its foundation. For celebrating its centenary in 1970, TWGHs converted the old main hall of Kwong Wah Hospital into the Tung Wah Museum for conserving and passing on the Tung Wah's institutional heritage. This year marks not only the 150th anniversary of the founding of the TWGHs, but also the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Tung Wah Museum and the 10th anniversary of it being declared a monument. This is an opportunity to share with the public the history and architectural merits of the Tung Wah Museum, as well as the work of the TWGHs in the conservation of built heritage and relics through the exhibition.
      
     Highlight exhibits include a plaque hung at the main entrance of the main building of Kwong Wah Hospital since 1911, couplets presented by the first Chairman of Kwong Wah Hospital, hooks and holders used to fix the couplets, the register of the hospital, a bronze bell cast in 1847 for commemorating the completion of Man Mo Temple and the five offering containers that have been at the main hall of Kwong Wah Hospital since 1911.
      
     Organised by the Antiquities and Monuments Office (AMO) and the Tung Wah Museum, the free exhibition runs until September 23. Details are available on the AMO's website (www.amo.gov.hk/en/whatsnew_20200511.php) or by calling 2208 4400.
      
     The Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre is located in Kowloon Park, Haiphong Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.

        

     In response to the passage of the Decision on establishing and improving the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) to safeguard national security by the National People's Congress (NPC) today (May 28), the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, issued the following statement:
 
     I welcome the passage of the Decision by the NPC. The HKSAR is an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China. Safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests is the constitutional duty of the HKSAR and concerns every Hong Kong citizen.
 
     Given the difficulty of the executive and legislative authorities of the HKSAR to complete on their own legislation to safeguard national security in the foreseeable future, there is the need and the urgency for the passage of the Decision by the NPC to establish and improve the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for Hong Kong to safeguard national security at the state level. It also shows the care of the country towards the HKSAR. Nevertheless, we understand that the HKSAR still has the legal responsibility to enact legislation in accordance with Article 23 of the Basic Law and should complete the legislation to safeguard national security as soon as possible.
 
     The HKSAR Government will fully co-operate with the Standing Committee of the NPC to complete the relevant work on legislation as soon as possible and proactively reflect the detailed situation in Hong Kong during the process. We will also proactively explain the objective and the importance of the legislation to various sectors. As required by the Decision, the HKSAR Government will enhance enforcement and public education in relation to safeguarding national security, and report regularly to the Central People's Government. 
 
     The legislation to be enacted for the HKSAR to safeguard national security aims to prevent, curb and sanction an extremely small minority of criminals who threaten national security, safeguarding the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and maintaining "One Country, Two Systems". It will not affect the legitimate rights and freedoms enjoyed by Hong Kong residents. "One Country, Two Systems" has been Hong Kong's top advantage, and a stable and safe society will provide a favourable business and investment environment. This will help better Hong Kong's development down the road. I strongly believe that various sectors of society will lend their full support for the legislation.

The following is issued on behalf of the Hospital Authority:

     As at noon today (May 28), one COVID-19 confirmed patient (case number: 142) was discharged from hospital in the past 24 hours. So far, a total of 1 035 confirmed and suspected patients have been discharged.
      
     At present, there are 659 negative pressure rooms in public hospitals with 1 219 negative pressure beds activated. A total of 28 confirmed patients are currently hospitalised in seven hospitals, among which one patient is in critical condition (case number: 595), and the remaining 27 patients are in stable condition.
      
     The Hospital Authority will maintain close contact with the Centre for Health Protection to monitor the latest developments and to inform the public and healthcare workers on the latest information in a timely manner.