(a)
in ordinances; as set out in the First Schedule (clause 2); and
(b)
5
in rules, orders, regulations and other instruments as set out in the Second Schedule (clause 3).
Amendment of the British Nationality Act (Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance which is not dealt with in either of the schedules, will be considered separately.
6
No substantive changes are made to the items of legislation listed in the two schedules. However, for convenience the opportunity is being taken to add a column in forms for registration of births (item 5 in the First Schedule) and adoption (item 7 in the First Schedule) to in indicate whether or not the child's Hong Kong belonger status has been established.
Financial implications
7
There are no financial implications.
Public reaction
8
The need for the British Nationality Act 1981 (Consequential Amendments) Bill 1982 stems directly from the BNA 1981, which generated critical comment both from the public and media during its passage through Parliament. The publica- tion of the British Nationality Act 1981 (Consequential Amemd- ments) Bill 1982, itself might not give rise to much criticism or comment. However, the Immigration (Amendment) (No 2) Bill 1982 is likely to be published at the same time since it seems best that both should be introduced into the Legislative Council on the same date. In these circumstances, the two Bills will provide an opportunity for a revival of the general criticism.
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