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While a prisoner refuses to work there is really no alternative
to confining him to his cell, whether or not one or other of the
punishments mentioned above is imposed. The communist prisoners were therefore treated with great leniency. Their confinement ceased as soon as they changed their attitude (in June 1968) and agreed
to work.
5.
In replying to Mr. Allaun, therefore, the object will be to satisfy him (and any other Members who share his views) that the
prisoners in question were not harshly treated, and at the same time to avoid giving any impression (which might not be well received in Hong Kong) that communist prisoners were showm special consideration.
6. The Governor of Hong Kong has no comments on the proposed reply (our telegram No.106 and Hong Kong telegram No.128).
7. The draft reply and Notes for Supplementaries have been approved by Mr. Carter.
no rammara
(A. Gaminara
Hong Kong Department
10 February, 1969
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