Thirdly if the Statement were to be made after the next round of talks, the Chinese could, with some apparent justification, complain that we were prejudicing the discussions yet to take place on constitutional questions. If the Chinese do complain anyway, it will be emphasised that the proposals in the Statement are simply concerned with up-dating present arrangements for the administration of particular local government-type services.
Subsequent action
6
After the proposals have been announced in the Legislative Council on 15 February 1984, public comments. on them will be invited. The further advice of the District Boards and the advice of the Heung Yee Kuk will also be sought, as will the views of the Urban Council.
7
At the same time as these views are being sought, work will be put on hand on the necessary organisational, administrative, legal and financial implications of the proposals so that, if they do command public support, the timetable envisaged for their implementation, as described in paragraph 13 of the draft Statement, may be met.
8
In a few months' time, a progress report will be made to Members summarising public comments on the proposals and informing Members of how implementation work is proceeding.
9
to Members seeking their advice on
Finally, a comprehensive memorandum will be put
(a) the necessary legislation;
(b)
the proposed administrative arrangements;
(c)
the changes necessary to the organisation of Government's internal administration;
and
(d)
the position of such "national" bodies as the Council for Recreation and Sport and the Council for Performing Arts.
Advice sought
10
(a)
Members will be asked -
to advise whether the wording of the draft Statement annexed is appropriate;
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