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- 2023.07.18
Careful Selection of Monthly Mobile Service Plans for the Elderly Amidst Wide Variety Industry Urged to Review “Code of Practice” for Improvement of Consumer Protection
Compared to the past, many elderly people are now accustomed to using smartphones as a daily communication tool in recent years. To cater for this demographic, different telecommunications services providers have introduced a wide range of monthly...
- 2023.07.18
Promotional Offers, Service Charges and Rounding Off The Devil is in the Details Enquire and Read Terms Carefully at Restaurants to Avoid Disputes
Many restaurants offer a variety of dine-in promotions such as “buy 1 get 1 free” and “all-you-can-eat” to attract customers to bring along their friends and family. However, if consumers do not pay close attention to or ask for details of...
- 2023.07.18
Total Bacterial Count of 1 Personal Care Wet Wipes Model Exceeded Maximum Limit by Almost 500 Times 2 Models Contained Allergenic Chemicals Avoid Wiping Wounds or Contact with Mucous Membrane
With a wide range of uses, personal care wet wipes are especially common for daily care of the elderly or for new parents taking their infants out, providing a quick and easy way to clean up hands and faces on the go or at diaper changes. However,...
- 2023.07.17
Electric Pressure Cookers are Energy-saving But Not All Could Save Time Cooking Performance Varied 80% Models Failed to Cook Sweet Red Bean Soup Thoroughly
Electric pressure cookers boast high efficiency and are preset with different cooking modes, with claims to be able to finish delicious dishes in a short time. The Consumer Council tested 10 models of electric pressure cookers on the market and...
- 2023.07.17
Most Preserved Vegetables High in Sodium Some Samples Contained a Large Amount of Insect Fragments Manufacturers Urged to Improve Choose Smartly as Lactic Acid Bacteria Content in Fermented Samples Varied Considerably
While fresh vegetables usually have a shelf life of only a few days, preserved vegetables produced using the fermentation or preservation process can be stored for longer periods of time, providing a flavour boost to dishes while some also serve as...
- 2023.07.12
Upholding the Two-Decade Legacy of the Consumer Culture Study Award to Cultivate Positive Consumption Values Nurturing a New Generation of Smart Consumers Through Launch of the “Smart Consumption Academy”
The 24th Consumer Culture Study Award (CCSA) was concluded successfully with the Award Presentation Ceremony held today (12 July 2023). The CCSA was jointly organised by the Consumer Council and the Education Bureau (EDB), with the support of the...
- 2023.06.15
Both Buyers and Sellers on Online Second-hand Platforms Should Heed Their Rights and Responsibilities Urging for Research into Counterfeit Goods and Returns Policies to Boost Consumer Confidence
Online second-hand platforms are indeed a great way to declutter, allowing consumers to reduce waste by sorting then selling or giving away unwanted items to those in need, and allowing those in need to purchase items they like at a more affordable...
- 2023.06.15
Dog Owners Beware! Industry Urged to Improve Transparency of Basic Information and Safety Measures for Pet Swimming Pools
In recent years it has become trendy for dog owners to patronise privately operated pet swimming pools, taking their canine babies to cool off in water and wear themselves out. However, disputes over fees and safety issues have arisen in these...