The Government will extend the opening hours of 33 major and district libraries under the Leisure & Cultural Services Department and will provide additional manpower and financial resources, Chief Executive Donald Tsang says.

Secretary for Education Michael Suen has finished his visit to Finland and Norway to observe the operation of their education systems.

Four universities will provide more than 700 study places for seniors, Elderly Commission Chairman Dr CH Leong says.

Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data Roderick Woo says there is a need to revise the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance to cope with Hong Kong's latest developments.

Most Hong Kong people associate horses with a punt at Happy Valley on a Wednesday night. However, local equestrian rider Tara Delaney feels Hong Kong's hosting of the Olympic Equestrian Events will strengthen the population's understanding of the sport and earn the city global sporting recognition.

The proposed Central Kowloon Route will cut journey time from Yau Ma Tei to Kai Tak to five minutes. The Highways Department is working to ensure Yau Ma Tei's many unique features will be left in place for future generations to enjoy.