Secretary for the Environment, Transport & Works Dr Sarah Liao has asked the Mass Transit Railway to submit a report on the Airport Express' hour-long service disruption.

Speaking on a radio talk show today, Dr Liao said the service halt last evening may be related to the poor weather, adding feeder services were provided to affected passengers.

On the proposed higher penalty for red-light jumping offences, Dr Liao said at present an average daily of 100 red-light jumping cases are recorded. An opinion survey found 79% of the respondents support the proposed increase in driving offence points.

She admitted the existing penalty lacks a deterrent effect. To tackle the issue, the Government has proposed  raising the driving offence points from three to five. Meanwhile, the number of red-light cameras will rise to 96 from 28 and improvements will be carried out at 20 locations to enhance drivers' visibility of traffic lights.

Dr Liao stressed the proposed legislation, which will be tabled to the Legislative Council next month, has taken into account working drivers' concerns.