Hong Kong's Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse legislation, passed by lawmakers, will require professionals from 25 sectors to report suspected child abuse cases in 18 months after gazettal.
Hong Kong's Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse legislation, passed by lawmakers, will come into effect 18 months after gazettal. The law, which requires professionals from 25 sectors to report suspected child abuse cases, aims to increase reporting cases. The government plans to use the 18-month period to prepare by training professionals, setting up additional facilities, and increasing promotions and publicity efforts for better child welfare.
July 11, 2024
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