Temporary traffic and transport arrangements for public procession on December 4

     A Transport Department (TD) spokesman said today (December 2, 2005) that to facilitate a public procession from Causeway Bay to Central, special temporary traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in the afternoon of December 4 (Sunday), subject to the actual traffic and crowd conditions:  

* Temporary road closures and traffic diversions in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Admiralty and Central areas, including closure of the roads in the vicinity of Victoria Park near Paterson Street; the westbound carriageway of Causeway Road, Yee Wo Street, Hennessy Road, Queensway and Queen’s Road Central; and the roads in the vicinity of Central Government Offices;

* Temporary diversions of 82 bus routes and 22 green minibus routes passing through the affected areas will be implemented;

* Temporary adjustment of tram services between North Point and Central may be implemented during the procession when necessary; and

* Temporary suspension of bus stops, public light bus stands, taxi stands, parking meters and car parks in the areas affected by road closure will be implemented in phases.

     "Appropriate traffic aids will be provided to guide motorists and notices will be displayed by public transport operators to advise passengers of the temporary arrangements," the spokesman added.

     "Members of the public who plan to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport.  Motorists are urged to follow the traffic signs and avoid driving to the area if not strictly necessary.  They are also advised to exercise tolerance and patience, and take heed of instructions of the Police in the affected areas."

     The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and will implement appropriate measures whenever necessary. The public should listen to the radio for the latest traffic news.

Ends/Friday, December 2, 2005
Issued at HKT 18:13