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

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…