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The Transport Department (TD) today (November 15) reminded the public that special traffic and transport arrangements would be implemented in Causeway Bay from about 2.30pm this Sunday (November 18) to facilitate the holding of a public parade.
The parade will depart from Victoria Park via Gloucester Road, Great George Street, Great George Street pedestrian precinct, East Point Road pedestrian precinct, Great George Street pedestrian precinct, Great George Street, Gloucester Road and return to Victoria Park.
The special traffic and transport arrangements will mainly include:
Road closure
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The following roads will be closed from about 2.30pm:
1. Great George Street;
2. The section of Kingston Street westbound between Paterson Street and Gloucester Road; and
3. The section of Paterson Street between Kingston Street and Great George Street.
Public transport services
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Six bus routes and green minibus route No.25 running via the affected area will be temporarily diverted.
The TD anticipates that the traffic in Causeway Bay on that day will be very congested. Motorists are advised to avoid driving to the affected areas. In case of traffic congestion, motorists should exercise tolerance and patience, and follow the instructions of the Police. People planning to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport services as far as possible.
The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic and crowd situation. Depending on the prevalent circumstances, other ad-hoc traffic and public transport measures, including further closure of roads, traffic diversions, alternations and suspension of public transport services may be introduced by the Police at anytime in the area. Motorists and the public are advised to be alert to the latest traffic news on TV and radio.
Details of the special traffic and transport arrangements are available at TD's website (www.td.gov.hk). For further queries, please contact the 1823 Call Centre (Tel: 1823).
Ends/Thursday, November 15, 2012
Issued at HKT 14:02
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