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Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) Regulation 2024

Feb 12, 2025
Latest News LEGCO Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) Regulation 2024

On February 12, 2025, the Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) Regulation 2024 ('the Regulation') was passed by the Legislative Council ('LegCo'), amending Hong Kong’s road traffic regulations regarding seat belts and child restraining devices.

This article was generated using SAMS, an AI technology by Timothy Loh LLP.

On February 12, 2025, the Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) Regulation 2024 ('the Regulation') was passed by the Legislative Council ('LegCo'), introducing critical amendments to existing regulations concerning seat belts and child restraining devices within vehicles operating on Hong Kong roads.

Specifically, the Regulation mandates the use of suitable child restraining devices for passengers under the age of eight years and with a height of less than 1.35 meters while travelling in vehicles. This requirement aims to enhance the safety of vulnerable road users, particularly young passengers.

The provisions of the Regulation will come into effect on March 12, 2025.

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