In our household we were proud to earn our Permanent Residence status fifteen years ago. All, that is, but our domestic helper, who has been here even longer than us, yet is not eligible for Permanent Residency.
I can think of no reason for this, save outright discrimination.
I'm sure there were fine-sounding justifications when the policy was first implemented. But they don't hold up today. Concern about overcrowding, if ever relevant, is now moot, given structural falls in our population growth.
Domestic helpers throughout Hong Kong have been with us throughout the pandemic. They helped us survive. It's high time we rewarded all those who have committed to this place with permanent residency, on the same basis for everyone.
Peter Forsythe
Discovery Bay
9308 0799
