inquiry into the circumstance of Mr Godber's
departure; and then secondly to consider whether
any changes in the law or current arrangements
were required.
His first report, which was
published in July, contained recommendations
for closing certain loopholes in the law and in
security at the airport. These have been
accepted. The Governor is now urgently
considering a number of further recommendations
made subsequently by Sir Alastair.
We are of course very concerned about these
allegations of corruption in Hong Kong. But
this is a problem which must be dealt with
primarily by the Hong Kong Government.
Tony Royle has, however, had extensive
discussions with the/Governor recently about how
the problem should be tackled. Fean assure
you that the Governor is taking, and intends to
take, firm measures.
1.J.R.
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