Hong Kong’s legislature will require lawmakers to submit relevant research findings and recommendations when they raise motions that have no legislative effect, a move its president has said is aimed at helping the public follow debates more easily and fostering “evidence-based” discussion.
“This will allow the government and the public to better understand the intent and rationale of the motions, and also help the public better follow the debates in the chamber,” Starry Lee Wai-king said.
“I hope the government, the chief executive and all officials will take on board more views from lawmakers and step up exchanges. I hope [the requirement] will make our discussions on public policy more evidence-based.”