#PoliceState
Security chief impetuously defends police force for inappropriate behavior
Jeremy Tam Man-ho of Civic Party raised questions in the LegCo on #Jun24 on the unprofessional behavior of the police in public. These include hurling insults at citizens, attacking citizens and reporters with no restrain, pointing guns at protesting crowd while smiling. Tam asked if the police are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Secretary for Security Bureau, John Lee Ka-chiu said, “in a big organization like the government, it is understandable that some members do not comply with the rule.”
Tam stated that the Police General Orders stipulate that officers who are intoxicated are not fit to perform duties, but it was not quantified. Lee rebutted that drinking alcohol does not mean being intoxicated.
Tam further asked if a police who drives after drinking has breached the General Orders. Lee answered, "Even when one has committed drunk-driving, one can still use a gun if not intoxicated."
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Security chief impetuously defends police force for inappropriate behavior
Jeremy Tam Man-ho of Civic Party raised questions in the LegCo on #Jun24 on the unprofessional behavior of the police in public. These include hurling insults at citizens, attacking citizens and reporters with no restrain, pointing guns at protesting crowd while smiling. Tam asked if the police are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Secretary for Security Bureau, John Lee Ka-chiu said, “in a big organization like the government, it is understandable that some members do not comply with the rule.”
Tam stated that the Police General Orders stipulate that officers who are intoxicated are not fit to perform duties, but it was not quantified. Lee rebutted that drinking alcohol does not mean being intoxicated.
Tam further asked if a police who drives after drinking has breached the General Orders. Lee answered, "Even when one has committed drunk-driving, one can still use a gun if not intoxicated."
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#OneCountryOneSystem #NationalSecurityLaw
Separation of Powers No More: Hong Kong to Run on Fusion of Powers
Source: CNews #Jun24
Separation of Powers No More: Hong Kong to Run on Fusion of Powers
Source: CNews #Jun24
#OneCountryOneSystem #NationalSecurityLaw
Separation of Powers No More: Hong Kong to Run on Fusion of Powers
The published draft of the National Security Law has been released to the public on June 20. Ching Cheong, a pundit on Chinese affairs, was interviewed by Hong Kong Citizen News, where he pointed out that Hong Kong may abandon its adherence to the separation of powers and enter a stage of the fusion of powers.
"The police is to establish a special national security department for the enactment of the national security law in Hong Kong; the Department of Justice is to establish a specific prosecutions division for the cases involving national security; the Chief Executive holds power to appoint specific judges to handle the implementation of the national security law."
"In Chinese terms, this is known as 公、檢、法, where the three departments work together. 公 represents the public security bureau, which would be the Police in Hong Kong; 檢 would be the procuratorate, which in Hong Kong would be the Department of Justice; meanwhile 法 represents the judges and the court. These parties could often be seen cooperating in the Mainland."
Cheong described China's attempt of implementing the National Security Law in Hong Kong would be to implement the Chinese judicial system in Hong Kong, which would mark the end of one country, two systems.
He criticized the draft to be wicked and hypocritical, as according to the draft, "If the local laws... are inconsistent with this Law, the provisions of this Law shall apply. The power to interpret this law belongs to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress."
"It says that this law transcends all local laws, which is bad, as this means that laws in Hong Kong, especially laws that protects human rights and freedoms, would be annulled if it conflicts with the National Security Law."
Source: HKCNews #Jun24
#NationalSecurityLaw
Separation of Powers No More: Hong Kong to Run on Fusion of Powers
The published draft of the National Security Law has been released to the public on June 20. Ching Cheong, a pundit on Chinese affairs, was interviewed by Hong Kong Citizen News, where he pointed out that Hong Kong may abandon its adherence to the separation of powers and enter a stage of the fusion of powers.
"The police is to establish a special national security department for the enactment of the national security law in Hong Kong; the Department of Justice is to establish a specific prosecutions division for the cases involving national security; the Chief Executive holds power to appoint specific judges to handle the implementation of the national security law."
"In Chinese terms, this is known as 公、檢、法, where the three departments work together. 公 represents the public security bureau, which would be the Police in Hong Kong; 檢 would be the procuratorate, which in Hong Kong would be the Department of Justice; meanwhile 法 represents the judges and the court. These parties could often be seen cooperating in the Mainland."
Cheong described China's attempt of implementing the National Security Law in Hong Kong would be to implement the Chinese judicial system in Hong Kong, which would mark the end of one country, two systems.
He criticized the draft to be wicked and hypocritical, as according to the draft, "If the local laws... are inconsistent with this Law, the provisions of this Law shall apply. The power to interpret this law belongs to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress."
"It says that this law transcends all local laws, which is bad, as this means that laws in Hong Kong, especially laws that protects human rights and freedoms, would be annulled if it conflicts with the National Security Law."
Source: HKCNews #Jun24
#NationalSecurityLaw
眾新聞
【國安法】程翔分析：警隊律政司設特別部門、特首指定法官 即大陸「公 、檢、法」三權合作
程翔說：「公就係公安，對香港嚟講就係警務處；檢就係檢察部門，即係律政司；法就係法官 、法院。內地公、檢、法就係經常配合嘅。」
#ProtestersVoice #ProtestersLetter
Jailed Protester Thanks Fellow Hongkongers for Their Care and Concern
A jailed pro-democracy protester 'Collector' (psuedonym) wrote a thank you letter to fellow Hongkongers for their heartwarming concerns and encouragement despite the difficult times during the pandemic.
'Collector' thanked those who bought and sent him books for him to read in prison; those who participated in the "write with you" program and send him words of encouragement.
At the end of the letter, he promised his fellow Hongkongers that he would not give up in the pursuit of democracy. He also asked Hongkongers to fight on together.
Source: Citizens' Press Conference #Jun24
#WriteWithYou
Jailed Protester Thanks Fellow Hongkongers for Their Care and Concern
A jailed pro-democracy protester 'Collector' (psuedonym) wrote a thank you letter to fellow Hongkongers for their heartwarming concerns and encouragement despite the difficult times during the pandemic.
'Collector' thanked those who bought and sent him books for him to read in prison; those who participated in the "write with you" program and send him words of encouragement.
At the end of the letter, he promised his fellow Hongkongers that he would not give up in the pursuit of democracy. He also asked Hongkongers to fight on together.
Source: Citizens' Press Conference #Jun24
#WriteWithYou
#Court #FailedState
Magistrate Reprimands a Young Pro-democracy Protestor as “Criminal”
A 23-year old stage designer was arrested and charged for possessing an offensive weapon in public and attempting to commit arson with intent in a protest-related activity in Tseung Kwan O last October.
He has been detained for 7 months since his arrest. He was released on bail mid May 2020 to take care of his mother who was sick. She passed away a few days later after he was granted bail.
Earlier on, he pled guilty to both charges in the regional court and was handed severe sentence of 4-year imprisonment on June 24.
In her ruling, the magistrate disapproved of the usage of petrol bombs as a legitimate mean to express disagreement. She pointed out that even if the defendant did not intend to harm any police officer, his behaviour did put safety of the officers at risk. She continued saying that his behaviour made him "a 'criminal', not a protester and he should be treated as such.”
Source: Stand News #Jun24
Magistrate Reprimands a Young Pro-democracy Protestor as “Criminal”
A 23-year old stage designer was arrested and charged for possessing an offensive weapon in public and attempting to commit arson with intent in a protest-related activity in Tseung Kwan O last October.
He has been detained for 7 months since his arrest. He was released on bail mid May 2020 to take care of his mother who was sick. She passed away a few days later after he was granted bail.
Earlier on, he pled guilty to both charges in the regional court and was handed severe sentence of 4-year imprisonment on June 24.
In her ruling, the magistrate disapproved of the usage of petrol bombs as a legitimate mean to express disagreement. She pointed out that even if the defendant did not intend to harm any police officer, his behaviour did put safety of the officers at risk. She continued saying that his behaviour made him "a 'criminal', not a protester and he should be treated as such.”
Source: Stand News #Jun24
#NeverForget #NeverForgive
#HongKongProtests
Never Forget – Solidarity Among Protesters of All Stripes
Reflecting back on the past year, we truly have gone through each day with a growing heavy feeling. However, Hongkongers always find humour even in the most difficult days, not unlike laughing at a stand-up comedy show, while tears of sorrow stream down our faces.
Last year, on June 30, pro-China citizens rallied near the Government Headquarter in Central and destroyed the Lennon Wall built by and for Anti-ELAB protesters to share their feelings and express their views.
The wall was quickly repaired, and similar walls “blossomed” throughout Hong Kong, covering almost every district.
In the same month, I started to argue with my family due to our polarized political stances. In an attempt to avoid arguments and further conflict, I started to work on Lennon Walls. I walked all over Hong Kong, repairing Lennon Walls in various districts every night till my family members were asleep. I then sneaked back home, often times late in the night, to whatever remaining hours of rest before heading to work in the morning.
Sometimes, I get by with a little help from my friends. Yet, more often than not, I worked on my own.
I have been provoked by the “Blues” (pro-China citizens) for countless of times. Initially, these nuisances came without aggression. For instance, the Blues accused me of being a spy from a foreign country. They also insinuated that I was getting paid for repairing the walls. Other times, they hurled volleys of insults at me and ripped out posters as I was putting them up. In these incidents, I generally ignore them to avoid any escalations.
Of course, some Blues chose to initiate physical attack, where I found it only right and suitable for me to defend myself from getting injured.
Initially, I thought that Lennon Walls were the most peaceful forms to protest. However, my experience proved me wrong.
Lennon Walls have evolved and turned into a part of the battlefield. Frontliners volunteered to form self-defense forces to patrol around Lennon Walls in the different districts.
In later stage, 'sentinel guards' stood alongside us to defend us. Pity these days did not last long. As of now, the only ones daring enough to repair the Lennon Walls, in the face of all the possibly dangers, are the Frontliners.
I have always thought of Lennon Walls as a perfect example of a place where Frontline protesters voluntarily offer protection to the others in need of protection. It embodies the spirit of solidarity, where all of us share the same goal while contributing our different parts to the best of our abilities.
Standing at the forefront of this movement, I understand the importance of having other groups protesters other than the Frontliners, people who willingly fulfill other much needed roles, such as ‘Parent-cars' Drivers offering an evacuation route for protesters and others providing psychological support, general supplies and medical assistance.
While some may have the intention to “fish in troubled water”, those who have made genuine efforts to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Frontliners are truly invaluable.
They are always the first to offer their assistance, and they should be considered as Frontliners of the movement as well.
I hope that all of us will continue to carry on our own roles and responsibilities dutifully in this movement and fight on. The success of this movement is all on us. Let us not point fingers at each other. Let us be undivided. Let us not be misled by those with malice.
Source: Instagram
#Jun24 #PoliceState #FailedState #HKProtest
#HongKongProtests
Never Forget – Solidarity Among Protesters of All Stripes
Reflecting back on the past year, we truly have gone through each day with a growing heavy feeling. However, Hongkongers always find humour even in the most difficult days, not unlike laughing at a stand-up comedy show, while tears of sorrow stream down our faces.
Last year, on June 30, pro-China citizens rallied near the Government Headquarter in Central and destroyed the Lennon Wall built by and for Anti-ELAB protesters to share their feelings and express their views.
The wall was quickly repaired, and similar walls “blossomed” throughout Hong Kong, covering almost every district.
In the same month, I started to argue with my family due to our polarized political stances. In an attempt to avoid arguments and further conflict, I started to work on Lennon Walls. I walked all over Hong Kong, repairing Lennon Walls in various districts every night till my family members were asleep. I then sneaked back home, often times late in the night, to whatever remaining hours of rest before heading to work in the morning.
Sometimes, I get by with a little help from my friends. Yet, more often than not, I worked on my own.
I have been provoked by the “Blues” (pro-China citizens) for countless of times. Initially, these nuisances came without aggression. For instance, the Blues accused me of being a spy from a foreign country. They also insinuated that I was getting paid for repairing the walls. Other times, they hurled volleys of insults at me and ripped out posters as I was putting them up. In these incidents, I generally ignore them to avoid any escalations.
Of course, some Blues chose to initiate physical attack, where I found it only right and suitable for me to defend myself from getting injured.
Initially, I thought that Lennon Walls were the most peaceful forms to protest. However, my experience proved me wrong.
Lennon Walls have evolved and turned into a part of the battlefield. Frontliners volunteered to form self-defense forces to patrol around Lennon Walls in the different districts.
In later stage, 'sentinel guards' stood alongside us to defend us. Pity these days did not last long. As of now, the only ones daring enough to repair the Lennon Walls, in the face of all the possibly dangers, are the Frontliners.
I have always thought of Lennon Walls as a perfect example of a place where Frontline protesters voluntarily offer protection to the others in need of protection. It embodies the spirit of solidarity, where all of us share the same goal while contributing our different parts to the best of our abilities.
Standing at the forefront of this movement, I understand the importance of having other groups protesters other than the Frontliners, people who willingly fulfill other much needed roles, such as ‘Parent-cars' Drivers offering an evacuation route for protesters and others providing psychological support, general supplies and medical assistance.
While some may have the intention to “fish in troubled water”, those who have made genuine efforts to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Frontliners are truly invaluable.
They are always the first to offer their assistance, and they should be considered as Frontliners of the movement as well.
I hope that all of us will continue to carry on our own roles and responsibilities dutifully in this movement and fight on. The success of this movement is all on us. Let us not point fingers at each other. Let us be undivided. Let us not be misled by those with malice.
Source: Instagram
#Jun24 #PoliceState #FailedState #HKProtest
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24.6.2020 記錄 . 家長回應指最近幾篇記錄太沉重，回想這一年，我們確是在日益沉重日子中過，但香港人總能在痛苦中找一點樂。我們都像黃子華棟篤笑，笑的背後是重重嘆息，但不代表沒有諷刺的歡笑。 . 6 月，連儂牆再度在香港出現，2019 年 6 月 30 日，親政府人士在撐警集會後破壞位於政總旁的憑弔區及連儂牆，引發連儂牆「遍地開花」，各區建設至少一道連儂牆。 . 6 月，我亦開始跟家人因政見問題爭吵不斷，為了減少爭吵以及抗爭，我在各區修建連儂牆。自從連儂牆之戰開始後，港島新界九龍各區都走遍，有些連…
#Court #Anonymous
Magistrate: Improper to grant anonymous witness to police officer in a bid to safeguard justice in court hearing
A young protester was arrested for assaulting a police officer in Tuen Mun last October. He turned 16 recently, so his case was no longer heard in the Juvenille Court. In the court hearing on June 24, 2020, the prosecution asked for the protection of the police officer’s identity citing the "sensitive work nature" of the police officer by serving in a special tactical squad of the police force as a reason. Revealing his identity in public gallery may jeopardize his work in the future, putting a substantial amount of training investment to waste.
The magistrate, however, considered it improper to put cost-saving measure above justice. The case was adjourned for hearing on June 26, when the ruling of the prosecution’s request for anonymous witness will be announced.
Source: Stand News #Jun24
#HongKongPolice
Magistrate: Improper to grant anonymous witness to police officer in a bid to safeguard justice in court hearing
A young protester was arrested for assaulting a police officer in Tuen Mun last October. He turned 16 recently, so his case was no longer heard in the Juvenille Court. In the court hearing on June 24, 2020, the prosecution asked for the protection of the police officer’s identity citing the "sensitive work nature" of the police officer by serving in a special tactical squad of the police force as a reason. Revealing his identity in public gallery may jeopardize his work in the future, putting a substantial amount of training investment to waste.
The magistrate, however, considered it improper to put cost-saving measure above justice. The case was adjourned for hearing on June 26, when the ruling of the prosecution’s request for anonymous witness will be announced.
Source: Stand News #Jun24
#HongKongPolice
#Failedstate
Government Raise Public Housing Rent Amidst Pandemic
The Housing Authorities announced on June 23 an increase of 9.66% of the public housing rent starting from September.
25 district councillors in Wong Tai Sin formed a coalition in opposition of the raise during economic downturn.
Mok King-chi, the chairperson of the Housing Affair Committee of Wong Tai Sin District Council, condemned the government for targeting the grass-root population and setting a bad model for the rent increase.
"The government claims to be fight the pandemic together with us and made promises to give out relief fund. However, they are raising the rents at the same time."
Mok said that the rent increase will affect over 700,000 households directly, and countless of private tenants indirectly too.
Source: InMedia #Jun24
Government Raise Public Housing Rent Amidst Pandemic
The Housing Authorities announced on June 23 an increase of 9.66% of the public housing rent starting from September.
25 district councillors in Wong Tai Sin formed a coalition in opposition of the raise during economic downturn.
Mok King-chi, the chairperson of the Housing Affair Committee of Wong Tai Sin District Council, condemned the government for targeting the grass-root population and setting a bad model for the rent increase.
"The government claims to be fight the pandemic together with us and made promises to give out relief fund. However, they are raising the rents at the same time."
Mok said that the rent increase will affect over 700,000 households directly, and countless of private tenants indirectly too.
Source: InMedia #Jun24
#PoliceState
HK Police Force Amends General Code: Exempts Officers From Showing ID on Duty
Since June last year, police officers have been refusing to show their ID while on official duties. Such practice has been heavily condemned, and it even led to a citizen raising a judicial review earlier, causing the case to be heard in the High Court on Wednesday (June 24).
The lawyer representing the applicant expressed that the Hong Kong Police made changes to the Police General Code since November last year by removing the requirement for police officers to wear warrant cards and display official ID, all without the public's knowledge. The General Code published on the website was the Force's previous revision.
Based on evidence collected by Apple Daily, the police made at least 3 amendments to the General Code.
1. Article 20-03 – police officers are to disclose their ID and rank information to the general public. Requirement was exempted on November 2019.
2. Article 20-14 – Exempted uniform police officers, under certain circumstances, to display their warrant cards. Exemption was extended to cover plainclothed officers in November 2019.
3. A new policy has been put in place, without stating the date that it took effect on, stipulating that even among a group of plainclothed officers, only the most senior in rank is required to display his/her warrant card. The new policy was reportedly a breach of the original requirement stated in 20-14(6).
Source: Apple Daily
#Jun24 #PoliceState #FailedState
HK Police Force Amends General Code: Exempts Officers From Showing ID on Duty
Since June last year, police officers have been refusing to show their ID while on official duties. Such practice has been heavily condemned, and it even led to a citizen raising a judicial review earlier, causing the case to be heard in the High Court on Wednesday (June 24).
The lawyer representing the applicant expressed that the Hong Kong Police made changes to the Police General Code since November last year by removing the requirement for police officers to wear warrant cards and display official ID, all without the public's knowledge. The General Code published on the website was the Force's previous revision.
Based on evidence collected by Apple Daily, the police made at least 3 amendments to the General Code.
1. Article 20-03 – police officers are to disclose their ID and rank information to the general public. Requirement was exempted on November 2019.
2. Article 20-14 – Exempted uniform police officers, under certain circumstances, to display their warrant cards. Exemption was extended to cover plainclothed officers in November 2019.
3. A new policy has been put in place, without stating the date that it took effect on, stipulating that even among a group of plainclothed officers, only the most senior in rank is required to display his/her warrant card. The new policy was reportedly a breach of the original requirement stated in 20-14(6).
Source: Apple Daily
#Jun24 #PoliceState #FailedState
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#AppleDaily Staff Hang out the Last Edition of the Newspaper to Sobbing Citizens
After midnight on June 24, 2021, the journalists and the staff of Apple Daily completed the last edition of the 26-year-old newspaper.
The staff went to the gate to thank citizens for their support despite the authorities' suppression. They also gave out free copies of the freshly printed newspaper to the supporters.
The scene was filled with emotions. Some citizens grabbed the last copy ever of the pro-democracy newspaper while breaking into tears.
Source: Stand News #Jun24
https://bit.ly/3wVUjra
#Solidarity #SupportAppleDaily #LastDay
After midnight on June 24, 2021, the journalists and the staff of Apple Daily completed the last edition of the 26-year-old newspaper.
The staff went to the gate to thank citizens for their support despite the authorities' suppression. They also gave out free copies of the freshly printed newspaper to the supporters.
The scene was filled with emotions. Some citizens grabbed the last copy ever of the pro-democracy newspaper while breaking into tears.
Source: Stand News #Jun24
https://bit.ly/3wVUjra
#Solidarity #SupportAppleDaily #LastDay