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- 2024.04.15
Aggregate Average Price of Supermarket Goods Recorded Another Rise of 1.9% in 2023 “Chocolates/Confectionery” Rose by Over 20% Staple and Canned Food Stabilised in Price
2023 was a time of post-pandemic recovery for Hong Kong, with global logistics services returning to normal, and no more waves of panic buying as once witnessed during the pandemic. The price of some supermarket goods showed a gentler rise or even...
- 2024.04.15
Calling for Improvement in Pet Services Trade Malpractices Detrimental to Consumer Rights of Animals
Many pet owners treat their “fur babies” as their own children and are inclined to seek out and purchase high-quality food and the best pet services to pamper them. However, the Consumer Council has received complaints about pet and related...
- 2024.04.15
Calories Increase with Alcohol Concentration of Beer Drinking 1 Can Comparable to Eating 1 Bowl of Rice Improvement Urged as All Samples Detected with Biogenic Amines Large Amount May Cause Nausea and Vomiting
Alcohol is a staple for many social gatherings and meals, and while beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages, one should avoid over drinking while having a good time. For the first time ever, the Consumer Council tested 30 prepackaged...
- 2024.04.15
Copious and Disparate Charges for Private Residential Care Homes for the Elderly Strengthen Monitoring and Review of Manpower To Ensure Seniors’ Comfort in Twilight Years
As Hong Kong's ageing population trend persists, there continues a strong demand for residential care services. However, a long wait for subvented places may make it necessary for the elderly needing care to be admitted into private Residential Care...
- 2024.03.16
“Consumer Rights Carnival” Opens Today Celebrating Consumer Council’s Golden Jubilee with the Public Promoting Consumer Rights Through Games and Gifts
The Consumer Council kickstarts its golden jubilee celebrations with the 2-day “Consumer Rights Carnival”, which officially opened today (16 March) at the shopping mall The Wai in Tai Wai. The carnival features 5 games that put participants’...
- 2024.03.14
6 Soother Holder Models Failed to Comply with Safety Standard Posing Choking or Strangulation Hazards
Taking care of young children (newborns to 4 years old) is no easy feat, from feeding, changing diapers, to calming their little ones when they start fussing. Therefore, many parents would have a soother at the ready, along with a soother holder to...
- 2024.03.14
Access to Banking Services is a Fundamental Right for the Silver-Haired Strengthening of “Age-Friendliness” Needed for Both Traditional and Digital Banking Services
With rapid technological advancements, banking services are also moving exponentially towards digitalisation, in line with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s efforts in promoting the development and application of financial technology (Fintech) in...
- 2024.03.14
Careless Eye Examinations and Poor Communication Could Easily Lead to Disputes When Prescribing Glasses Pay Heed to Details to Facilitate Fair Trade
A right pair of glasses not only enhances one’s vision, but also protects the eyes if the lenses are applied with specific coatings, such as blue light blocking or UV filters. However, the Consumer Council has from time to time received complaints...