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in Chinese in the same language and the
increasing use of Chinese translations in
Government documents prepared for use by
members of the public. Where the New
Territories is concerned, you are of course
aware that all correspondence and meetings
between Heung Yee Kuk and the New Territories
Administration are conducted in Chinese
(with interpretation where necessary).
Representation of Heung Yee Kuk on Executive and Legislative Councils
Members of the Executive and Legislative
Councils are not appointed on a geographical
basis. This does not mean that New
Territories' interests or, for that matter,
the interests of any other geographical area,
it is understood
are being neglected. You are no doubt aware
that members of the two Councils have been
making regular visits to the New Territories,
particularly during the past two years and
more visits are planned. A number of
questions have been asked in the Legislative
Council on New Territories matters recently.
In addition, members of the Kuk have, of
course, access to the office of UMELCO.
Localization of civil service The Hong Kong
Gover Government's general recruitment policy has
for some years been based on the appointment
wherever possible of suitable and qualified
bona-fide local candidates to positions in
CONFIDENT