The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced that its paid maternity leave entitlement would be extended to 14 weeks from 10 weeks with immediate effect. All full-time female employees whose actual date of confinement falls on or after 15 October will be entitled to 14 weeks maternity leave.

The Club is one of Hong Kong's major employers and it regularly reviews its staff welfare policy to promote employee health and holistic well-being. The extension is an enhancement to the existing 10 weeks fully paid maternity leave entitlement.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charity and community contribution. Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the Government in combatting illegal gambling. In 2017/18, the Club made a record return to the Government of HK$22.6 billion in duty and profits tax and contributed HK$1.2 billion to the Lotteries Fund. Approved charity donations were HK$4.2 billion. The Club is Hong Kong's largest single taxpayer and one of the city’s major employers. Its Charities Trust is also one of the world's top ten charity donors. The Club is always "riding high together for a better future" with the people of Hong Kong.