Hong Kong District Councillors Oppose Ferry Fare Hikes

District councillors oppose ferry fare rises for outlying island routes

District councillors representing Hong Kong’s outlying islands have opposed a plan to raise selected ferry fares by up to 12.8 per cent, arguing that it will discourage the elderly from travelling and harm the local economy. Members of the Islands District Council on Tuesday all raised concerns that another fare increase could be sought in response to soaring fuel prices. The remarks were made as the Transport Department briefed council members on the fare adjustment proposal for six key ferr...

By Edith Lin