Hong Kong fire: Unsafe contractor given 'clean record' before blaze that killed 159 - report

Homeowners in Hong Kong were misled about a contractor's safety record before a devastating fire. Documents reveal the firm blamed for the blaze, Prestige Construction, had a history of safety violations, despite assurances from an architectural consultant. Investigations are underway into manslaughter and corruption following the tragedy that claimed at least 159 lives.

Hong Kong fire: Unsafe contractor given 'clean record' before blaze that killed 159 - report
Homeowners in Hong Kong were misled about a contractor's safety record before a devastating fire. Documents reveal the firm blamed for the blaze, Prestige Construction, had a history of safety violations, despite assurances from an architectural consultant. Investigations are underway into manslaughter and corruption following the tragedy that claimed at least 159 lives.