To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the old Yau Ma Tei Police Station (YMTPS), the Force organised the Old YMTPS 100th Anniversary Open Days at the old YMTPS on August 6, 7, 13 and 14, to showcase the rich history and outstanding achievements of the Force under the theme “Policing with the community over 100 years”.

The exhibition area for the Open Days was divided into three parts, introducing the history of YMTPS, major incidents in Yau Ma Tei and development of the local community respectively. In the former detention rooms on the ground floor, an interactive game, “The Clue”, sponsored by Yau Tsim Mong District Office and District Fight Crime Committee (Yau Tsim Mong District), was held. It required observation and coordination skills of the participants. Other activities of the Open Days included an outdoor 3D photo area and booth games. The visitors could get an insight into the daily operation of the old YMTPS and its role in the community through the pictures and exhibits which helped the public understand the Force’s heritage and the results of police work.

Secretary for Security Mr Tang Ping-keung officiated at the opening ceremony of the Open Days and delivered a speech. Senior Force members and community representatives of the District also attended. The Police Band and students from Yaumati Kaifong Association School performed dances and singing subsequent to the officiating ceremony.

The Open Days received an enthusiastic response from the public. Some of them said that it was innovative for the Force to adopt new technologies in renovating the former detention rooms and into game rooms. The new approach had not only attracted participation of the younger generation but also promoted anti-crime messages. It integrated education with entertainment.

The old YMTPS moved to the current site on 627 Canton Road in 1922 is a building with a neoclassical Edwardian style sufficiently demonstrating the construction features of the past. It is therefore preserved as a Grade II Historic Building.

Secretary for Security Mr Tang Ping-keung (middle), Commissioner Siu Chak-yee (third left) with Force officers and District Officer (Yau Tsim Mong) Mr Edward Yu (first right), officiate at opening ceremony.

The Hong Kong Police Band plays.

Students of Yaumati Kaifong Association School perform after the ceremony.

Samples of the Force’s previous uniform are shown on the Open Days for the public to understand the Force’s traditions.

The public can learn about the rich history of the Force through the pictures.

Visitors explore daily operations of the old YMTPS through exhibits.