The Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) is calling on the government of Hong Kong to withdraw new regulations restricting media access to land records. The group warned these changes will worsen information gaps and negatively impact freedom of information within Hong Kong. The amendments to land registration regulations, announced Wednesday, are seen as a potential barrier to investigative journalism. The HKJA believes open access to such records is crucial for public accountability and transparency. They argue limiting access will disadvantage journalists and the public, hindering their ability to scrutinize land-related matters. The association is urging authorities to reconsider the changes and maintain open access to land information in Hong Kong.