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Teachers working without new certificates face up to 2 years’ jail, HK$50,000 fine

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Schoolteachers found to be working without new practising certificates will face a maximum penalty a fine of up to HK$50,000 and two years’ imprisonment from the 2028-29 academic year, as Hong Kong authorities tighten requirements for educators. However, short-term supply teachers will be exempted from needing the newly required certificates. Teachers in international and private schools, as well as kindergartens, applying for or renewing the certificate will have to complete 60 hours of...

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