Hong Kong 2006
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October
9 The LCSD's URBTIX launches its new, user-friendly ticketing system to replace gradually the current system.
11 The Chief Executive delivers the last Policy Address of his current term of office, entitling it: 'Proactive, Pragmatic, Always People First'.

The Government launches the non-legislative Wage Protection Movement for cleaning workers and security guards. Under the scheme, participating entities undertake to, among other things, pay these workers wages not lower than the relevant market average wages.
19 The Smoking (Public Health) (Amendment) Bill 2005 passes into law. Starting on January 1, 2007, smoking will not be allowed in most indoor areas of workplaces and public places, such as restaurants, bars, offices, schools, hospitals and markets.
24 The Secretary for Economic Development and Labour, Mr Stephen Ip, unveils a plan to develop a new cruise terminal at Kai Tak.
28 The Chief Executive is saddened by the death of the Honourable Henry Fok Ying-tung, GBM, Vice Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee.
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