Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor announced today (4th) that the "vaccine bubble" measure will be expanded from February 24. Member of the Legislative Council for Sports, Performing Arts, Culture and Publishing, Fok Kai-gang, said that he welcomes the Hong Kong government's postponement of the arrangement and believes it can be granted to the industry There is more time to prepare, but he mentioned that the arts and film industries are particularly hit, and there may be a wave of ticket refunds in the Cantonese opera industry. He called on the Hong Kong government to maintain communication with the industry across departments and strengthen relevant support.
Fok Qigang, member of the Legislative Council for sports, performing arts, culture and publishing, said that he welcomes the government's postponement of the "vaccine bubble" arrangement.
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Huo Qigang said that considering Omicron’s strong dissemination power, the industry understands the measures to expand the “vaccine bubble”, but since it actually brings different effects, it is necessary to coordinate across departments and straighten out the relevant implementation. Take concerts as an example. The implementation of the "vaccine bubble" will lengthen the admission inspection procedures and time, or make the performance overtime. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department should deal with it flexibly.
He also said that there may be a wave of ticket refunds in the Cantonese opera industry, and children's theaters may also have an impact. "Parents may have concerns about giving young children injections." As for theaters that have been restricted by epidemic prevention measures, they will also be hardest hit. It is recommended that the Hong Kong government strengthen its support.
He said that this weekend will further meet with the industry and collect opinions, and reflect to the authorities.
He is also concerned about the specific implementation and load capacity of vaccination. "As soon as it was announced, many people have already made appointments for injections." He hopes that the Hong Kong government will strengthen the arrangement of vaccination manpower and testing centers.
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