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(vi) the implementation and implications of
these proposals; and
(vii) recommendations of priorities
Included in the White Paper would be a general statement of Government's approach to social security which would deal with Hong Kong's distinctive needs and the role which Government secs for social security in Hong Kong; shortened version of this might be appropriate for including in my leg. Co. address in October.
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(v) above includes the services for the handicapped and elderly, and the preventive services for youth which are the subject of separate programme plans and Green Papers. (vi) above includes financial inplications (your letter of 3rd March HK 013/2).
The time-table is tight, but we will ensure that there will be an opportunity for FCO comment:
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(a) before the Ex. Co. paper is circulated
(b)
before my Leg. Co. speech is finalised
(c) before the White Paper is published:
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