The Transport Department (TD) today (October 30) reminded the public that special traffic and transport arrangements will be implemented in Causeway Bay this Saturday and Sunday (November 3 and 4) to facilitate the holding of public parades.

     The special traffic and transport arrangements mainly include:

November 3 (Saturday)
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* From about 7.30pm to 10pm, the section of Yun Ping Road between Lan Fong Road and Kai Chiu Road and the section of Kai Chiu Road between Yun Ping Road and Lee Garden Road will be closed. During the holding of the event, the Police may adjust the traffic diversion and road closure arrangements whenever necessary.

November 4 (Sunday)
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* From about 2.15pm, Great George Street, the section of Kingston Street westbound between Paterson Street and Gloucester Road and the section of Paterson Street between Kingston Street and Great George Street will be closed. During the holding of the event, the Police may adjust the traffic diversion and road closure arrangements whenever necessary.

* During the road closure period, Citybus route A11, New World First Bus route 2, cross harbour routes 102, 106 and 307, and green minibus route 25 will be temporarily diverted. The public transport operators concerned will arrange publicity to inform passengers of the arrangements.

* The public light bus stands at Sugar Street and Paterson Street, and the taxi stands at Paterson Street will be suspended during the road closure period.

* Car parks within the road closure areas will be suspended. Any vehicles found illegally parked within the precinct of the special traffic arrangements specified above will be towed away by the Police without prior notice.

     The TD anticipates that the traffic in the vicinity of Causeway Bay will be significantly 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. Members of the public planning to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport as far as possible.

     The TD and the Police will closely monitor the traffic situation and implement appropriate measures whenever necessary. Members of the public are advised to stay alert to the latest traffic news on radio and television.

     Details of the special traffic and transport arrangements are now available on the TD's website (www.td.gov.hk).

Ends/Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Issued at HKT 16:00

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