LegCo approved a resolution on March 19, 2025, to update compensation levels for occupational deafness under the Occupational Deafness (Compensation) Ordinance.
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On March 19, 2025, LegCo approved a resolution to adopt the Rules for Occupational Deafness (Compensation) under the Occupational Deafness (Compensation) Ordinance (section 39(2) of Cap. 469).
The subsidiary legislation, also known as the Rules for Occupational Deafness (Compensation), aims to enhance the compensation framework for individuals suffering from occupational deafness.
The rules update the compensation levels for occupational deafness to ensure that victims receive fair and adequate compensation for their condition.
The proposed changes include increasing compensation rates based on wage movements, price movements, minimum allowable wages, food allowances, and operational experiences.
The increases range from 3.8% to 86.3% for a total of 18 compensation items.
These changes are designed to align with current economic conditions and reflect the real-world impact of occupational deafness.
The proposed changes will come into effect on 17 April 2025.
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