Even if the guidelines become public knowledge, it is not anticipated that the public will be interested in them. However,
commentators may
interpret the decision to maintain the status quo as an example of Government's alleged ineffectiveness during the transition period.
some
Advice sought
21
Members will be asked to advise whether the
described in
14-16 above paragraphs
guidelines
should be
endorsed.
(The Administrative
Assistant
Secretary, Mr P.S.W. LEUNG, and the
to the Deputy Chief Senior Assistant Law
Draftsman, Mr E.H. MARTIN, will attend before the Council for
the discussion of this item.)
27 January 1986
(CR L/M 393/85)