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stability of Hong Kong though I do see that it
would involve difficult and embarrassing
administrative problems. I accept however
that it would probably be right for us to
defer a final decision
-
if possible - until
I have had an opportunity of weighing the issues
fully with the Governor and in any case until
after we have had the reactions to the
n
and admmutative
reduction of
sentence. The period
Stworld seem that this means, that the Minister want's instructions from the 5.075.. Covering his discussions with the Governor
of delay worries me and if we adopt this course,
I think it necessary that I have a directive from
you to make a decision so as to avoid further
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delay which may prejudice Mr. Grey's release.
In view of the fact that I am leaving
for an overseas visit tomorrow I felt it right
to record my views, although we may have an
opportunity of discussing this matter today.
CC:
EPHERD ).
8 May, 1969.
Sir John Johnston Sir A. Galsworthy Mr. J.O. Moreton
Mr. R. Baker
Mr. J. Murray
Mr. W.S. Carter.
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