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A s
Hon members
great
know this is a subject of sensitivity in Hong Kong, and it is important to ensure
that the legislation is acceptable there. Work on this
is in hand, and discussions are taking place with the
Executive Council in Hong Kong. However it would not
and in fact is not
have been
wise
-
necessary
to
in the
attempt to rush through detailed provisions
timescale which the date of ratification imposes on this
legislation.
Adaptation of Law
Paragraph 3 of the Schedule gives the
necessary powers
to make changes in British law in consequence of or in
connection with the ending
ending of sovereignty. It enables
Orders in Council to be made.
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