Hong Kong authorities have repealed the law that required bus passengers to wear seat belts. The rule only applied to buses registered since January 25, 2026. Many passengers complained about uncomfortable restraints, hygiene risks, and fear of breaking the law by unbuckling early. The government announced the Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) Regulation 2026 on Friday, which officially removes Section 8D. This section had said passengers "must not ride as a passenger in a passenger seat of a bus... unless securely fastened to the seat by means of a seat belt," but it applied only to newer buses with seat belts installed since January 2026. Mable Chan, Secretary for Transport and Logistics, said, "The bureau will fully review the arrangements for passengers wearing seat belts on buses." She added that the government will launch a public consultation to gather opinions and suggestions on how to handle the policy going forward. Experts will also be invited to study the design, hardware, and effectiveness of bus seat belts. Despite repealing the law, officials will continue to promote wearing seat belts and educate the public to build safer habits.