Hong Kong Eases Proposed Health Check Rules for Elderly Commercial Drivers
Hong Kong is reportedly easing its proposed health check rules for elderly commercial drivers. The government plans to water down the initial stricter requirements.
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Hong Kong eases proposed health check rules for elderly commercial drivers
Hong Kong authorities have relaxed a recent proposal requiring mandatory annual medical check-ups for commercial vehicle drivers aged 65 to 69, reducing the frequency to twice in five years following an industry backlash. The proposal, set to take effect in mid-2027, will reduce the age threshold for mandatory medical certification for commercial vehicle drivers from 70 to 65. In a policy paper submitted to the legislature on Friday, the Transport and Logistics Bureau said the move was aimed ...
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Read full article →Hong Kong to water down proposed health checks for elderly commercial drivers – reports
A proposed health review mechanism for elderly commercial drivers is set to be watered down, scrapping the annual checkup requirement, according to local media. Instead, the government’s proposal will allow commercial vehicle drivers aged 65 to renew their driving licences for three years after passing a health check, HK01 reported on Thursday, citing unnamed sources. […]
By James Lee
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