Shatin Centre — Attraction in Hong Kong

According to the Hong Kong Wild Animals Protection Ordinance (Cap. 170), swallows are protected wild animals. Unless with a special permit, no person shall take, remove, damage, destroy, or intentionally disturb any nest or egg of a protected wild animal. Violation of this law is a criminal offense and upon conviction, offenders may be fined up to HK$100,000 and imprisoned for one year.

Furthermore, under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ordinance (Cap. 169), any act that causes unnecessary suffering to animals is also illegal. The maximum penalty is a fine of HK$200,000 and imprisonment for three years.

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) has confirmed that the Sha Tin Centre management did not apply for or obtain the required removal permit. The AFCD has initiated an investigation and will follow up as...

The management of Sha Tin Centre has allegedly violated Hong Kong’s Wild Animals Protection Ordinance by unlawfully removing a swallow’s nest without a permit, resulting in the disappearance of baby birds and distress to the parent swallows. Despite claims that the nest was abandoned, multiple witnesses and photographic evidence confirm there were still chicks inside at the time of demolition. The management’s disregard for wildlife protection laws and failure to seek the necessary approval shows blatant disrespect for both animal welfare and legal obligations. Such cruel and irresponsible actions are unacceptable and deserve strong condemnation. Authorities must thoroughly investigate and hold the management accountable for their...

Shatin Centre is located adjacent to Shatin Plaza and the Shatin New Town Plaza only a few minutes from the Shatin Train Station. There are a limited number of shops in the shopping center but daily food items value for money is the theme and the carpark is a reasonably good one albeit many spaces being extremely tight. Park there and explore the surrounding shopping centers. It's a...