Key facts
- A Hong Kong school has been told to review its rules following public outrage.
- The outrage stemmed from allegations that the school banned students from speaking Cantonese in videos.
- The Education Bureau stated that schools should respect students' mother tongue and promote the use of Cantonese.
The Education Bureau in Hong Kong has directed a school to review its regulations after a public outcry arose from allegations that students were prohibited from speaking Cantonese in videos. The bureau emphasized the importance of respecting students' mother tongue and promoting its use within educational settings.