Chief Executive John Lee on Friday spoke about the challenges the government aims to tackle in the aftermath of the deadly Tai Po blaze in November as he paid a visit to a group of residents displaced by the disaster.

He met with a group of affected Wang Fuk Court residents who have been rehoused at a youth hostel in Kai Tak.

Lee spoke with some elderly residents who told him the hostel’s facilities were good and their essential needs were met.

On longer-term rehousing arrangements, the CE said authorities had collected feedback from most affected residents.

He noted that the government aims to tackle three key challenges: finding solutions that meet the needs of different families, handling insurance-related matters and resolving legal issues.

Lee added that he has requested a task force to continue its work during the Chinese New Year holiday to come up with solutions as soon as possible.

The chief executive also visited a housing estate in Yau Ma Tei on Friday to deliver early festive blessings to residents there ahead of the Year of the Horse.

He was accompanied by officials including labour minister Chris Sun and home affairs chief Alice Mak on his visit to Prosperous Garden.

Upon his arrival, Lee was greeted by a large crowd of people, many of whom took photos and spoke to him.

Besides extending good wishes, he also encouraged people “to buy more things” to support local businesses.

Lee then met several elderly residents of the estate before touring a nearby elderly centre.

"Our main goal is to understand the required support for independent ageing, ensuring they have the freedom to do as they please on a day-to-day basis," he told reporters afterwards.

"I asked them if they are satisfied with the local amenities and services. Overall they are satisfied. But as I said, 'there is no single best way, only the better one.'"