Wang Fuk Court Inquiry Report Expected Today, Will Name 4 Departments for Dereliction of Duty

The report of the independent committee investigating the cause of the Wang Fuk Court fire is expected to be released today and will name 4 departments for dereliction of duty, with attention on whether any politically appointed officials should bear responsibility. The report's terms of reference do not cover accountability of senior officials, and Chief Executive John Lee is expected today to lead multiple directors of bureaux and secretaries in meeting reporters to explain the fire's aftermath and reform plans. Some cross-party lawmakers privately agree that it would be difficult to convince the public if no one is held politically accountable for the incident.