[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
Singapore has issued an Outbound Travel Alert to Hong Kong, asking residents not to go to Hong Kong if not necessary.
Source: NOW
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Singapore has issued an Outbound Travel Alert to Hong Kong, asking residents not to go to Hong Kong if not necessary.
Source: NOW
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
Protest Goes on Against the Anti-mask Law
15:09 Causeway Bay
Citizens initiated a protest against the Anti-mask Law on Hong Kong Island. The crowd began to gather at around 2pm outside the SOGO department store. People then marched on Hennessy Road towards Wan Chai.
Many people wore masks or used a cloth to cover their faces. Someone held a large banner that reads “Glory to Hong Kong”. No police were seen.
Source: Cable News
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Protest Goes on Against the Anti-mask Law
15:09 Causeway Bay
Citizens initiated a protest against the Anti-mask Law on Hong Kong Island. The crowd began to gather at around 2pm outside the SOGO department store. People then marched on Hennessy Road towards Wan Chai.
Many people wore masks or used a cloth to cover their faces. Someone held a large banner that reads “Glory to Hong Kong”. No police were seen.
Source: Cable News
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
The Mark Six draw originally scheduled for tonight (5 October) will be postponed to next Tuesday (8 October). All accepted bets remain valid.
All Off-Course Betting Branches will be closed for business on 5 October, while the operator services of Telebet and Customer Care hotline will be suspended from 5 pm.
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #Curfew #MartialLaw
Source : HKJC official website
https://bet.hkjc.com/marksix/?lang=en
The Mark Six draw originally scheduled for tonight (5 October) will be postponed to next Tuesday (8 October). All accepted bets remain valid.
All Off-Course Betting Branches will be closed for business on 5 October, while the operator services of Telebet and Customer Care hotline will be suspended from 5 pm.
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #Curfew #MartialLaw
Source : HKJC official website
https://bet.hkjc.com/marksix/?lang=en
[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
School Principals Criticize the Abrupt Implementation of Anti-mask Law
The HKSAR government forecefully implemented the Prohibition on Face Covering Regulation by invoking the Emergency Regulations Ordinance, turning it effective on 5 October.
The Chairman of The Hong Kong Association of the Heads of Secondary Schools Teddy Tang Chun-keung criticizes on a radio programme that the government has implemented the law too hastily [without seeking approval from the law-making body].
He also criticized the letter template provided by the Education Bureau, saying that it failed to explain the law clearly to parents and does not state how students can avoid breaking the law.
Source: RTHK News
5/10/2019 09:19
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #HongKongProtests
School Principals Criticize the Abrupt Implementation of Anti-mask Law
The HKSAR government forecefully implemented the Prohibition on Face Covering Regulation by invoking the Emergency Regulations Ordinance, turning it effective on 5 October.
The Chairman of The Hong Kong Association of the Heads of Secondary Schools Teddy Tang Chun-keung criticizes on a radio programme that the government has implemented the law too hastily [without seeking approval from the law-making body].
He also criticized the letter template provided by the Education Bureau, saying that it failed to explain the law clearly to parents and does not state how students can avoid breaking the law.
Source: RTHK News
5/10/2019 09:19
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #HongKongProtests
[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
Thousands Hold Hands in Cross-District Human Chain
19:05
The human chain from Tsim Sha Tsui has passed through Prince Edward to reach Sham Shui Po, in protest of the Anti-Mask Law.
More and more people joined, singing "May Glory be to Hong Kong" and chanting slogans.
Source: InMedia
Jordan section:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7753
Mongkok section: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7755
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Thousands Hold Hands in Cross-District Human Chain
19:05
The human chain from Tsim Sha Tsui has passed through Prince Edward to reach Sham Shui Po, in protest of the Anti-Mask Law.
More and more people joined, singing "May Glory be to Hong Kong" and chanting slogans.
Source: InMedia
Jordan section:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7753
Mongkok section: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7755
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
[10.5: One Day after the Government has invoked the Emergency Regulations Ordinance]
From Causeway to Prince Edward: on Foot and by Ferry
Despite the suspension of services of all major MTR lines, hundreds of people walked from Causeway to the cross-harbour ferry pier in Central. After reaching Tsim Sha Tsui by ferry, they walked to Prince Edward to pay tribute and burn incense to the suspected deaths in the 8.31 Prince Edward Station Incident.
Photo / Tam Ming Keung @USP United Social Press
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #EmRegOrd #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
From Causeway to Prince Edward: on Foot and by Ferry
Despite the suspension of services of all major MTR lines, hundreds of people walked from Causeway to the cross-harbour ferry pier in Central. After reaching Tsim Sha Tsui by ferry, they walked to Prince Edward to pay tribute and burn incense to the suspected deaths in the 8.31 Prince Edward Station Incident.
Photo / Tam Ming Keung @USP United Social Press
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #EmRegOrd #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Crowd chanted Slogans and Shouted "See you in Victoria Park on October 6"
19:31 Sham Shui Po
The crowd sang "May Glory to Hong Kong" while flashing light from their mobile phones.
People chanted "Liberate Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time," "Disband the Hong Kong Police Now" and "See you in Victoria Park on October 6!"
The crowd dispersed after observing one minute of silence in commemoration of all those who had sacrificed themselves in the movement.
Source: InMedia
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
19:31 Sham Shui Po
The crowd sang "May Glory to Hong Kong" while flashing light from their mobile phones.
People chanted "Liberate Hong Kong, Revolution of Our Time," "Disband the Hong Kong Police Now" and "See you in Victoria Park on October 6!"
The crowd dispersed after observing one minute of silence in commemoration of all those who had sacrificed themselves in the movement.
Source: InMedia
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
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[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature] Protest Goes on Against the Anti-mask Law 15:09 Causeway Bay Citizens initiated a protest against the Anti-mask Law on Hong Kong Island. The crowd began to gather at around…
[10.5: One Day after the Government has used Emergency Powers to Bypass Legislature]
Citizens in masks standing up against the Anti-Mask Law
Large crowds of people marched to Central, protesting against the Anti-Mask law, with a majority of participants wearing caps and masks. They left peacefully after arriving at Chater Garden.
A retired lady expressed that she was not scared of being arrested because of the Anti-mask law, and she would continue to wear masks to protest. She criticized that the government enforced the law "for no reasons". She did not suggest, but was not against protester's acts of vandalising the shops, saying that "protesters revolt with stronger force when facing stronger oppression from government".
Mr Tam, another participant, believed that the legislation was too abrupt. The government should not stop people from questioning, but to answer to the demands of citizens instead. He criticized the Anti-mask law as "useless", as it would not help solve social problems. Instead, it stirs up anger. The government should have announced the curfew directly. He did not consider the act of protesters last night as "going too far", and their vandalism towards China-based company would be able to get attention.
Source: RTHK
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Citizens in masks standing up against the Anti-Mask Law
Large crowds of people marched to Central, protesting against the Anti-Mask law, with a majority of participants wearing caps and masks. They left peacefully after arriving at Chater Garden.
A retired lady expressed that she was not scared of being arrested because of the Anti-mask law, and she would continue to wear masks to protest. She criticized that the government enforced the law "for no reasons". She did not suggest, but was not against protester's acts of vandalising the shops, saying that "protesters revolt with stronger force when facing stronger oppression from government".
Mr Tam, another participant, believed that the legislation was too abrupt. The government should not stop people from questioning, but to answer to the demands of citizens instead. He criticized the Anti-mask law as "useless", as it would not help solve social problems. Instead, it stirs up anger. The government should have announced the curfew directly. He did not consider the act of protesters last night as "going too far", and their vandalism towards China-based company would be able to get attention.
Source: RTHK
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
After invoking the Emergency Regulations Ordinance
[Anti-mask law] Citizens are queueing to get cash. HKMA: over 10% of ATM machines are damaged, not operating.
Bank of China HK (2388) temporarily stopped many ATM services last night (4th). Many branches were damaged. All other branches are closed today apart from the Bank of China Building. Most branches of other Chinese capital banks, HSBC, Hangseng Bank, and Standard Chartered are closed today. As it is a 3 days long weekend, some citizens are afraid that they will not have enough cash and rushing to ATM machines which are still operating to withdraw cash.
There are photos on Internet showing the long queue outside the main branch of HangSeng Bank, and a long queue for the HSBC ATM machines in Sheung Shui. Residents in Sheung Shui said that only one of the four HSBC ATM machines in Sheung Shui Centre are still with cash, reminding others to take cash.
Our reporters observed the banks in Hoi Yuen Road in Kowloon, there were more people today queued up than usual, but the situation is peaceful. The window of Bank of China Hoi Yuen Road branch was damaged, the police surrounded that with plastic tape, and all of the ATM machines inside were not operating.
The spokesperson of Hong Kong Monetary Authority preliminarily estimated that over 330/3300 (10%) of affect ATM were not operating due to damage. Because MTR stations and some shopping malls are closed, ATM in those areas are not in use today. Among those machines that are operating normally, there are only about 5% of them, being not able to offer cash due to various reasons. The banks are now closely communicating with cash delivery service to top up cash as soon as possible to ensure the normal operations of ATM. The banking industry hopes to resume service for the affected ATM machines in order to reduce the impact to citizens.
#ERO #EmergencyLaw
Source: Apple Daily (05-10)
https://hk.finance.appledaily.com/finance/realtime/article/20191005/60119942
[Anti-mask law] Citizens are queueing to get cash. HKMA: over 10% of ATM machines are damaged, not operating.
Bank of China HK (2388) temporarily stopped many ATM services last night (4th). Many branches were damaged. All other branches are closed today apart from the Bank of China Building. Most branches of other Chinese capital banks, HSBC, Hangseng Bank, and Standard Chartered are closed today. As it is a 3 days long weekend, some citizens are afraid that they will not have enough cash and rushing to ATM machines which are still operating to withdraw cash.
There are photos on Internet showing the long queue outside the main branch of HangSeng Bank, and a long queue for the HSBC ATM machines in Sheung Shui. Residents in Sheung Shui said that only one of the four HSBC ATM machines in Sheung Shui Centre are still with cash, reminding others to take cash.
Our reporters observed the banks in Hoi Yuen Road in Kowloon, there were more people today queued up than usual, but the situation is peaceful. The window of Bank of China Hoi Yuen Road branch was damaged, the police surrounded that with plastic tape, and all of the ATM machines inside were not operating.
The spokesperson of Hong Kong Monetary Authority preliminarily estimated that over 330/3300 (10%) of affect ATM were not operating due to damage. Because MTR stations and some shopping malls are closed, ATM in those areas are not in use today. Among those machines that are operating normally, there are only about 5% of them, being not able to offer cash due to various reasons. The banks are now closely communicating with cash delivery service to top up cash as soon as possible to ensure the normal operations of ATM. The banking industry hopes to resume service for the affected ATM machines in order to reduce the impact to citizens.
#ERO #EmergencyLaw
Source: Apple Daily (05-10)
https://hk.finance.appledaily.com/finance/realtime/article/20191005/60119942
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Police Warned a Family Of Three with a Three-Year-Old Kid of Unlawful Assembly
In Taipo, the police yelled at a family where two parents were out with their three-year-old child riding a tricycle.
Unbelievable as it sounds, the police warned of arresting the family for unlawful assembly.
As the couple voiced their disagreement with the police, the police shone flashlight at the eyes of the woman directly.
Apparently, hanging out with your family at night could be considered violating the law after the emergency powers of the government were invoked and the Anti-Mask Law is enforced.
Source: Photo612
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Police Warned a Family Of Three with a Three-Year-Old Kid of Unlawful Assembly
In Taipo, the police yelled at a family where two parents were out with their three-year-old child riding a tricycle.
Unbelievable as it sounds, the police warned of arresting the family for unlawful assembly.
As the couple voiced their disagreement with the police, the police shone flashlight at the eyes of the woman directly.
Apparently, hanging out with your family at night could be considered violating the law after the emergency powers of the government were invoked and the Anti-Mask Law is enforced.
Source: Photo612
#Oct5 #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
On Oct 4, Carrie Lam, a non-elected head of Hong Kong Government, invoked emergency powers to implement a controversial law without seeking for the approval of the Legislature.
Despite the government's denial, how close is Hong Kong to a state of martial law?
Read More:
The Emergency Regulations Ordinance: the Authorities' Magic Wand' to Bypass the Legislature in the Implementation of Draconian Measures
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7728
#PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #HKProtests
Despite the government's denial, how close is Hong Kong to a state of martial law?
Read More:
The Emergency Regulations Ordinance: the Authorities' Magic Wand' to Bypass the Legislature in the Implementation of Draconian Measures
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7728
#PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK #HKProtests
Why are Hongkongers alarmed by the authorities' use of emergency powers?
Read more:
Emergency Regulations Ordinance is Martial Law in Disguise, Eroding Completely the Freedom and Rights Promised to the Population
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7729
Shops Closed, Major Transport Suspended: The Authorities are Just Not Calling it a 'Curfew'
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7730
#HKProtests #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
Read more:
Emergency Regulations Ordinance is Martial Law in Disguise, Eroding Completely the Freedom and Rights Promised to the Population
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7729
Shops Closed, Major Transport Suspended: The Authorities are Just Not Calling it a 'Curfew'
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/7730
#HKProtests #PoliceState #ChinaControl #ERO #AntiMask #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
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[Oct 12: Anti-Emergency Law March]
Citizens Flooded the Streets in Protest of the Government's Use of the Emergency Law
16:29 Nathan Road
Source: Local Press, Hong Kong
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
Citizens Flooded the Streets in Protest of the Government's Use of the Emergency Law
16:29 Nathan Road
Source: Local Press, Hong Kong
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
[Oct 12: Anti-Emergency Law March]
Voices of Hongkongers:
"If the law enforcers can wear masks, why can't we?"
Two women aged 81 and 70 joined the march hand in hand.
They said they have participated in every march including last week's in Kowloon. They said the government has betrayed justice, as the authorities only suppress citizens, but never reflect on why people are protesting. This is why the two oppose the anti-mask law, "If the law enforcers can wear masks, why can't we?"
They also hope that the young people can stay safe, as it saddens them to witness them being arrested.
Source: Stand News
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
Voices of Hongkongers:
"If the law enforcers can wear masks, why can't we?"
Two women aged 81 and 70 joined the march hand in hand.
They said they have participated in every march including last week's in Kowloon. They said the government has betrayed justice, as the authorities only suppress citizens, but never reflect on why people are protesting. This is why the two oppose the anti-mask law, "If the law enforcers can wear masks, why can't we?"
They also hope that the young people can stay safe, as it saddens them to witness them being arrested.
Source: Stand News
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
[October 12: Anti-Emergency Law March]
'Protect the Children' Volunteers Formed Human Chain to Prevent Police From Making Arrest
When protesters marched on Nathan Road and passed by the Tsim Sha Tsui Police Station, police repeatedly demanded protesters to disperse.
Volunteers from the group 'Protect the Children' formed a human chain outside the police station to prevent the police from rushing out and arresting protesters.
Source: Undergrad HKUSU
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
'Protect the Children' Volunteers Formed Human Chain to Prevent Police From Making Arrest
When protesters marched on Nathan Road and passed by the Tsim Sha Tsui Police Station, police repeatedly demanded protesters to disperse.
Volunteers from the group 'Protect the Children' formed a human chain outside the police station to prevent the police from rushing out and arresting protesters.
Source: Undergrad HKUSU
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
[Oct 12: Anti-Emergency Law March]
Police Deployment Disturbed the Neighbourhood
Earlier this afternoon, the police entered Lai Kok Estate, a residential area in Cheung Sha Wan.
An elderly man resting inside the park was disturbed by the police and onlookers shouted at the police "Sir, you are really cool! Please Leave!"
Source: Undergrad HKUSU
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
Police Deployment Disturbed the Neighbourhood
Earlier this afternoon, the police entered Lai Kok Estate, a residential area in Cheung Sha Wan.
An elderly man resting inside the park was disturbed by the police and onlookers shouted at the police "Sir, you are really cool! Please Leave!"
Source: Undergrad HKUSU
Viewing the march from above:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8198
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #MaskBan #EmergencyLaw #PoliceState #HKProtests
[Oct 12: Anti-Emergency Law March]
Voices of Hongkongers: "Nobody can stay out of this, not even the children. We come out to fight for their future"
Ms. Lam brought her 3 year-old daughter to the Anti-Emergency Law march today (Oct 12). She said that she did not join the previous protests as the police refused to issue the 'Letter of No Objection'.
"They will never issue it [the letter of no objection] again; however, if we are deterred from protesting because of that, the crowd will dwindle from now on."
Ms Lam believed that as the police do not approve any protest anyway, it is better to come out rather than staying at home.
She said that over the past four months she “grew more angry and more heartbroken than ever.' She hoped the children would not forget the movement and always remember its cause.
"Nobody can stay out of this, not even the children. We come out to fight for their future."
to be continued: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkon
Source: The Stand News
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #EmergencyLaw
Voices of Hongkongers: "Nobody can stay out of this, not even the children. We come out to fight for their future"
Ms. Lam brought her 3 year-old daughter to the Anti-Emergency Law march today (Oct 12). She said that she did not join the previous protests as the police refused to issue the 'Letter of No Objection'.
"They will never issue it [the letter of no objection] again; however, if we are deterred from protesting because of that, the crowd will dwindle from now on."
Ms Lam believed that as the police do not approve any protest anyway, it is better to come out rather than staying at home.
She said that over the past four months she “grew more angry and more heartbroken than ever.' She hoped the children would not forget the movement and always remember its cause.
"Nobody can stay out of this, not even the children. We come out to fight for their future."
to be continued: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkon
Source: The Stand News
#FreeHK #AntiMaskLaw #EmergencyLaw
📡Guardians of Hong Kong
Police Fired 3 Shots without warning and with no protester around According to Now News reporter, the police fired 3 shots without any prior warning at 01:45 (October 14) when there was no protester outside of Mongkok Police Station in Prince Edward. A person…
Update on October 14 at HKT06:45
Driver of Now TV News Channel was shot outside Mong Kok Police Station and later detained there
A driver of Now TV News Channel was on his way to pick up the broadcast vehicle and was suspected to be shot by beanbag round at the back of his head.
The photographer from Now TV News Channel tried to look after the wounded driver, as he collapsed on the ground 10 meters away from the car. The photographer was, however, dispersed by the police holding long shield, long gun and pepper spray.
The riot police surrounded the driver and had his hands tied to his back. The driver had been then detained at the Police Station before he was sent to the hospital more than two hours later.
The driver is now hospitalized.
Source: Now TV News
Police fired 3 shots without warning outside Mongkok Police Station
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8333
Driver of Now News Channel was subdued by the police at around 1am and sent to the hospital at 4am
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8332
#AttackPress #PoliceState #HumanitarianCrisis #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
#HumanitarianDisaster
Driver of Now TV News Channel was shot outside Mong Kok Police Station and later detained there
A driver of Now TV News Channel was on his way to pick up the broadcast vehicle and was suspected to be shot by beanbag round at the back of his head.
The photographer from Now TV News Channel tried to look after the wounded driver, as he collapsed on the ground 10 meters away from the car. The photographer was, however, dispersed by the police holding long shield, long gun and pepper spray.
The riot police surrounded the driver and had his hands tied to his back. The driver had been then detained at the Police Station before he was sent to the hospital more than two hours later.
The driver is now hospitalized.
Source: Now TV News
Police fired 3 shots without warning outside Mongkok Police Station
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8333
Driver of Now News Channel was subdued by the police at around 1am and sent to the hospital at 4am
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8332
#AttackPress #PoliceState #HumanitarianCrisis #EmergencyLaw #FreeHK
#HumanitarianDisaster
#AnalyticalEssay
What Lies Behind Carrie Lam's Emergency Powers from the Emergency Regulations Ordinance (ERO)?
Carrie Lam had invoked the Emergency Regulations Ordinance (ERO) on October 4 to forcefully implement the Anti-Mask Ban. Several pro-democracy legislators have suggested the following implications as a result:
1) The government can use ERO to lengthen the duration of detention from 48 hours to 96 hours, which was suggested by the Pro-Beijing party.
2) The exemption of anti-mask law is very sloppy as a law which does not clearly state the exemption for voluntary first aiders, social workers and journalists.
3) Anti-mask law does not cover the campus but the Education Bureau asked students not to wear mask both inside and outside campus and overpowered the schools to issue reply slip to parents on their behalf.
Therefore, the implementation of the anti-mask law by involving the Emergency Regulations Ordinance is just the start. In the long run, it is much more evil and closer to #Totalitarianism.
Source: Stand News
https://bit.ly/30OgVcn
#whiteterror #AntiMaskLaw #EmergencyLaw #ERO #PoliceState
What Lies Behind Carrie Lam's Emergency Powers from the Emergency Regulations Ordinance (ERO)?
Carrie Lam had invoked the Emergency Regulations Ordinance (ERO) on October 4 to forcefully implement the Anti-Mask Ban. Several pro-democracy legislators have suggested the following implications as a result:
1) The government can use ERO to lengthen the duration of detention from 48 hours to 96 hours, which was suggested by the Pro-Beijing party.
2) The exemption of anti-mask law is very sloppy as a law which does not clearly state the exemption for voluntary first aiders, social workers and journalists.
3) Anti-mask law does not cover the campus but the Education Bureau asked students not to wear mask both inside and outside campus and overpowered the schools to issue reply slip to parents on their behalf.
Therefore, the implementation of the anti-mask law by involving the Emergency Regulations Ordinance is just the start. In the long run, it is much more evil and closer to #Totalitarianism.
Source: Stand News
https://bit.ly/30OgVcn
#whiteterror #AntiMaskLaw #EmergencyLaw #ERO #PoliceState
[One Evil Law After Another]
Is Hong Kong Becoming a Police State?:
Exploring the Appointment of “Special Constables" by the Emergency Powers
According to Sing Tao Daily, a pro-Beijing newspaper in Hong Kong, the HKSAR government is exploring the possibility to borrow manpower from current disciplined services to serve as "special constables".
Any willing person from the fire services department, the immigration department, the customs and excise department, the correctional services or other disciplined service could be appointed as a “special constable”. The person would execute orders (non-frontline duties such as escorting) assigned directly by the Commissioner of Police under the authorization of the Chief Executive.
According to that Sing Tao article, this approach relies on the exercise of the Emergency Regulations Ordinance or Clause No. 40 of the Public Order Ordinance:
“The Chief Executive may at any time by order authorize the Commissioner of Police to appoint in writing any person who is willing so to act as a special constable for such period as may be specified in such order by the Chief Executive” and
“A person appointed as a special constable shall, when acting as such, have the same duties, powers, protection and immunities as are imposed or conferred by this Ordinance or any other law on a police officer.”
Source: Apple Daily, October 14, https://tinyurl.com/y5wwb3nr
#PoliceState #EmergencyLaw #ERO
Is Hong Kong Becoming a Police State?:
Exploring the Appointment of “Special Constables" by the Emergency Powers
According to Sing Tao Daily, a pro-Beijing newspaper in Hong Kong, the HKSAR government is exploring the possibility to borrow manpower from current disciplined services to serve as "special constables".
Any willing person from the fire services department, the immigration department, the customs and excise department, the correctional services or other disciplined service could be appointed as a “special constable”. The person would execute orders (non-frontline duties such as escorting) assigned directly by the Commissioner of Police under the authorization of the Chief Executive.
According to that Sing Tao article, this approach relies on the exercise of the Emergency Regulations Ordinance or Clause No. 40 of the Public Order Ordinance:
“The Chief Executive may at any time by order authorize the Commissioner of Police to appoint in writing any person who is willing so to act as a special constable for such period as may be specified in such order by the Chief Executive” and
“A person appointed as a special constable shall, when acting as such, have the same duties, powers, protection and immunities as are imposed or conferred by this Ordinance or any other law on a police officer.”
Source: Apple Daily, October 14, https://tinyurl.com/y5wwb3nr
#PoliceState #EmergencyLaw #ERO