An expert suggested that disease prevention measures must be tightened back to when the third wave started, with all classes suspended and work from home policies implemented. Dr Leung Chi-chiu, a specialist in respiratory medicine questioned that authorities are “one step behind” on the disease prevention measures. “At the start of the third wave, all classes in the city are suspended, authorities also announced all government employees could work from home, encouraging enterprises to follow suit. All entertainment and sports venue are closed,” said Leung, suggesting the government is acting too slow this time. As for the HK$5,000 government Covid subsidy, Leung supports the idea of aiding the needy, saying most citizens would not risk their health or the lives of their family and friends in exchange for the subsidy.

Source: The Standard November 24, 2020 04:30 UTC