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‘Litany of failures’ blamed as Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire inquiry concludes

South China Morning Post
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‘Litany of failures’ blamed as Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire inquiry concludes
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An independent inquiry into Hong Kong’s deadly Tai Po fire has concluded after examining more than 1 million files and hearing from 80 witnesses across 30 public sessions, uncovering the causes of the blaze that killed 168 people.
The panel, chaired by Justice David Lok Kai-hong, wrapped up its hearings on Friday after proceedings that began on March 19. The inquiry examined evidence and testimony related to the Wang Fuk Court fire, the city’s deadliest since 1948.
“Through open investigation...

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