Proposed Harbourfront Authority welcomed

January 16, 2013

The Government welcomes the Harbourfront Commission’s proposal for setting up a dedicated statutory Harbourfront Authority to press ahead with harbourfront development in a holistic manner, with an innovative mindset and a more flexible management approach.
 
This will be a key milestone to create a Victoria harbourfront for the people, Chief Executive CY Leung said in his maiden Policy Address today, adding Victoria Harbour is a valuable asset for Hong Kong, and should be “a harbour for the people, a harbour of vitality”. 
 
Mr Leung said the Development Bureau will collaborate with the Harbourfront Commission in conducting a public consultation on the proposal. If the public supports it, the Government will take forward the legislative work and provide financial support.