Thirdly, you suggested that there should be a fair
The existing Lands It is Tribunal does appear to meet these criteria. presided over by a member of the Judiciary, and its members are drawn from a panel consisting largely of chartered surveyors in private practice, with many years experience of conditions in Hong Kong.
and independent Lands Tribunal.
Your final point was that the Hong Kong Government should offer to the owner-occupier flats similar to their
This is simply present flats for purchase at 1978 prices.
not possible under the law, which clearly stipulates the
And it would be unfair compensation which is payable.
to those who have already accepted compensation if those
better terms were now who have been holding out for
to be treated differently.
I
enclose a note setting out the compensation terms available to those in the Sai Lau Kok buildings whose properties have been resumed.
I am writing in identical terms
identical terms to your three colleagues. he will If Mr Blaker has anything he wishes to add personally, write to you again at the end of the month.
Your
einado,
Esten A- Mano
C A Munro
PS/Mr Blaker