SIGNIFICANT CHANGE ....

on the web page of the "Foreign Ministry of the Peoples Republic of China in the HK SAR".
http://www.fmcoprc.gov.hk/eng/zgqz/qtxx/
This clause has been "deleted" a few months ago and here it is again - so better go immediately and find out yourself if this is working - here is the new "old" clause:
1. Foreigners with Hong Kong permanent resident status
(1) Foreigners with Hong Kong permanent resident status can apply for "L" or "F" multiple visa valid for one to three years by providing personal Hong Kong Permanent Identification Card, as well as a copy of the said ID card.

CHEERS !