Bik Woo (constituency)
Bik Woo (碧湖) is a former geographical constituency in the Legislative Council of Hong Kong. It was created in 1991 under the name Kowloon Northeast and renamed in 1995. It was abolished in 1998 following electoral reforms implemented after the transfer of sovereignty to China in 1997.
The constituency covered parts of the Wong Tai Sin District and the Kowloon City District. It was one of the first directly elected constituencies in the Legislative Council, established during the final years of British colonial rule as part of Governor Chris Patten's electoral reform package.
Key features of the Bik Woo constituency during its existence included:
- Geographic Area: Primarily encompassed residential areas in northeastern Kowloon.
- Representation: Elected one member to the Legislative Council.
- Political Significance: The constituency served as a testing ground for political parties and candidates as Hong Kong transitioned towards greater electoral participation.
- Short Duration: Its brief existence reflects the rapidly evolving political landscape of Hong Kong during the transition period.
The abolition of Bik Woo constituency, along with other geographical constituencies, marked a significant change in the electoral system, moving towards a mix of geographical constituencies and functional constituencies that exists today. The areas previously covered by Bik Woo are now part of larger, reorganized constituencies.