I will look into the possibility of the airport having its
own separate generator. I doubt whether it is necessary
but I will certainly examine that point.
MR. LAU (in Cantonese) : Sir, if there is a power
failure, can it be established whether it is
due to negligence or mis-management by the power companies?
And, if this is the case, is it possible for the public or
the industrialists to claim compensation from the power
companies to cover the loss due to the power failure? If
this is possible, will the public be informed about the
real cause of power failures?
FINANCIAL SECRETARY : Sir, as far as I am aware, there has
been no evidence of any negligence or mis-management.
Whether or not there is any possibility of a claim against
the companies depends, of course, on the supply contract
between
the
companies
and the
consumer.
Members may wish to note that the power companies, in their supply rules, state that they will not be responsible in
any way for any interruptions of supply, or for any damage, loss or inconvenience occasioned directly or indirectly by total or partial interruptions of supply however arising.