The measures – which included the forced closure of a number of entertainment venues, and some restrictions on restaurant operations – are due to expire on Thursday. Speaking to reporters ahead of her weekly Executive Council meeting, Lam said that there are several factors the government has to consider before lifting social distancing measures under its "suppress and lift strategy". "So I would just appeal to you to be a little bit more patient, we’ll make the decision and announce it as soon as possible." Lam reiterated that the government has implemented a series of measures to safeguard the economy, including the two rounds of anti-epidemic funding. She urged Legco members to pass the budget bill as soon as possible, and said she hoped the public works subcommittee will "expedite the vetting of the government's public works projects".

Source: The Standard May 05, 2020 03:45 UTC