Special traffic and transport arrangements in Chai Wan for Chung Yeung Festival

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     The Transport Department today (September 30) reminded the public that as large numbers of grave sweepers travelling to the cemeteries in Cape Collinson are expected on October 1, 2, 5 and 9, special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in the vicinity of cemeteries in Chai Wan.

     On October 1, 2, 5 and 9, Lin Shing Road and Cape Collinson Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic (except for franchised buses, green minibuses (GMBs), hearses, funeral vehicles and those vehicles with permits).

     Members of the public are advised to be alert to the latest traffic news on television and radio. They can also visit the department's website (www.td.gov.hk) or call the 1823 Call Centre for the latest traffic and transport information.

Ends/Friday, September 30, 2011
Issued at HKT 13:02

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