Just to put this in perspective for those who don't understand the rules.

A HK Permanent ID cardholder who's been living and working, say, in Britain since 1997 qualifies for the HK$10,000 payout whether he has any other ties at all to Hong Kong.

A domestic helper from SE Asia who's been living and working in Hong Kong for years and contributing to the territory's livelihood and economy, does not.

Not to engage in argument, that's for elsewhere here, but the facts should be stated.