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previously on this subject on 3 October 1973 and

received a letter of explanation from Mr Royle in

reply.

3. As Lord Goronwy-Roberts is aware, we are still

discussing with the Governor the difficulties inherent

in any change to the Fugitive Offenders Act. Lord

Goronwy-Roberts has agreed that this question should

be discussed at a meeting to be held the week after

Easter and we shall be providing a background note for

him. In the meantime, he may wish to send Mr Ogden

an interim reply. I submit a draft accordingly.

The Department's Legal adviser agrees.

4.

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