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- 2012.05.15
Complaints Against Unscrupulous Domestic Helper Agencies - CHOICE #427
Many Hong Kong people rely on the assistance of foreign domestic helpers in their chores, including cleaning, cooking and looking after children and the elderly. Before hiring a reliable helper, it is important to find a trustworthy agency to help...
- 2012.05.15
Consumer Council's Test on Split-type Air conditioners - CHOICE #427
Summer is approaching - you may need an air conditioner to keep your home cool and comfortable. Do bear in mind energy efficiency when choosing an air conditioner. The Consumer Council recently conducted a test on 15 models of cooling-only...
- 2012.05.15
Price Survey on Fresh Pork and Beef - CHOICE # 427
The prices of pork and beef surged over the 15-month period from January 2011 to March this year, and this has hit hard on consumers. A study conducted by the Consumer Council found the differences between the average retail prices of pork and...
- 2012.05.15
Safety Alert Raised on One Sample of Multiple Socket Outlet Adaptor - CHOICE # 427
A safety test on multiple socket outlet adaptors revealed far from satisfactory quality in most models on sale in the market. Consumers are advised to stop using one of the tested models. The test was conducted by the Electrical and Mechanical...
- 2012.05.09
Price Comparison Reports - Quarry Bay / Taikoo
The Consumer Council today (May 9) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Quarry Bay / Taikoo. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with...
- 2012.05.03
Price Comparison Reports - Tai Po
The Consumer Council today (May 3) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Tai Po. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with the most...
- 2012.04.25
Price Comparison Reports - Shun Tin / Shun Lee
The Consumer Council today (April 25) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Shun Tin / Shun Lee. In the analysis were listed the top 10...
- 2012.04.18
Price Comparison Reports - Sai Ying Pun
The Consumer Council today (April 18) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Sai Ying Pun. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with the...