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APPENDIX
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THE GOVERNOR AND THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE
A Possible Timetable for the Creation of a Deputy Governor/Chief
Executive (Designate) and the Entrustment of Powers and
Responsibilities to Him
1992
Creation of post of Deputy Governor under Letters Patent Clause XVIIA, in hierarchy immediately beneath the Governor and above the Chief Secretary. The Deputy Governor is appointed ex officio
member of Executive Council.
process
of
government,
From the beginning he is involved by the Governor in the
and closely consulted on
all important matters. His advice is sought on the appointment of members of the
Executive Council, members of the Legislative Council, and
significant committees and boards. All papers minuted to the
Governor on significant matters are routed through him.
By the end of 1992, he is presiding over Executive Council on behalf of the Governor on routine matters.
1993-4
The following
and powers
responsibilities
allocated to the Deputy Governor by the Governor:
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are
delegated
or