Expert Advice Sought To Tighten Legco Security

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2019-07-31 HKT 13:08

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  • Expert advice sought to tighten Legco security

Legislative Council president Andrew Leung said on Wednesday that they are seeking advice from an expert to strengthen security measures around the complex.

The Legco building was vandalised when it was stormed by anti-extradition protesters on July 1, who made their way in after breaking through glass doors.

“Obviously, we are in the process of engaging a security expert to give us some advice,” Leung said. “Meanwhile, I think to repair part of the facilities, we will look ahead to see whether we can strengthen the security measures with that.”

Asked whether Legco will consider steps to better protect the glass structures, he said: “Long term, because if you replace the glass walls with brick walls, you have to apply for changing the buildings as such … so, long term, we might be talking about three to five years.”

Leung said he is optimistic that the Legco complex will be ready to host meetings when the new Legislative year starts in October.

The president said the repairs would cost HK$40-50 million, to be shared between the government and Legco.

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