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The Governor believes that only a personal visit to London can
cool the situation. It is, therefore, partly a presentational
exercise, but the Governor will no doubt also wish to discuss with
Ministers the specific amendments to the Bill which Hong Kong are
seeking. However, he also wishes to call on the new Secretary of
State for Trade. The visit will, therefore, be seen not to be devoted
exclusively to the Nationality Bill. The Governor will also see
the Home Secretary and Mr Raison, Mr Blaker, Sir Paul Bryan MP and
officials. A copy of his provisional programme is attached.
Altadied.
7. The Governor will also wish to discuss with the Secretary of
State his forthcoming visit to Hong Kong and Vietnamese refugees.
Briefs will be provided.
8. Sir J Cater, the Chief Secretary, normally acts as Governor
in Sir Murray's absences. He will also be away from Hong Kong from
9 to 13 March on an official visit to Guangdong. Sir Philip Haddon-
Cave, the Financial Secretary and Chief Secretary-designate, will,
therefore, be Acting Governor.
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PS/Mr Blaker PS/PUS
Mr Adams
Mr Jones, NTD Mr McLaren, FED News Department
J. Morrice
P Morrice
Hong Kong and General Department
Mr. Ford has told me that he
attended
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