Eastern District Officer Anne Teng said that the occupation of roads has seriously affected local residents' lives.
During a press conference today, Ms Teng said local residents’ daily routines have been seriously affected by the disruption to transport services, including buses and trams, and that some senior citizens are upset at being forced to stay at home.
She also noted that residents have complained that a bus ride from North Point to Lai Tak Tsuen in Tai Hang normally takes about 15 minutes, but since the occupation of roads, it now takes around two hours, which includes waiting time.
Assistant Commissioner for Transport Albert Su added that some transport trade groups have agreed to remove roadblocks themselves next week, and he urged people to stop occupying the roads illegally to avoid conflict.
