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- 2015.11.16
Be Cautious of Safety and Energy Efficiency of Multi-functional Thermo Ventilator
Thermo Ventilator is an emerging electrical appliance which can keep bathroom warm in winter and combines functions like ventilation, air circulation and clothes drying. It particularly suits the tiny living space in Hong Kong. However, consumers...
- 2015.11.16
Make Smart Choice of Internet Service While Travelling Abroad
Mobile phone becomes indispensable to one’s life. Even when travelling abroad, consumers want to share every wonderful moment of their journey with friends and relatives instantly through social networks. However, consumers could be stunned by...
- 2015.11.16
New TV Sets Are Less Repair-Prone
When shopping for a TV set, apart from design and functionalities, durability and warranty are perhaps important factors to consider. Many newly launched TV set models are criticised for their substandard repair services as faults are unrepairable...
- 2015.11.16
Study Revealed that 30% of Chinese Beverages Are High in Sugars
To preserve health, consumers should not only beware of the nutrient composition of foods in the three regular meals a day, but also make careful choices of beverages. In a study jointly conducted by the Centre for Food Safety and the Consumer...
- 2015.11.09
Landmark Events of the Council in 40 Years
The Consumer Council was established in 1974, from the 70s when price hikes and product safety were greatly concerned, to modern days where privacy and sustainability become principles of consumption. In various eras, the Consumer Council has...
- 2015.10.15
Airlines Urged for Greater Transparency in APDT Refund
The Consumer Council surveyed 24 airlines on the refund arrangement of the Air Passenger Departure Tax (APDT) and found that at least 3 airlines imposed administration fee to passengers. Nearly 60% of the airlines surveyed required passengers to take...
- 2015.10.15
Government is Urged to Speed Up Amend Legislation for Extended Mandatory Use of Child Car Seats
At present, there is no mandatory requirement for child passenger to use car seat when travelling in the rear seat of private cars, making Hong Kong fall behind many advanced countries in child passenger protection. Since 2010, the Consumer Council...
- 2015.10.15
Higher Price May Not Warrant Superior Quality the Best Mattress Should Fit Your Body Shape and Sleeping Habits
Quality of mattress may affect how good one sleeps through a night. The Consumer Council tested 25 double-size mattresses and found substantial variations in stabilisation and lumbar support. Expensive models do not necessarily score higher points....