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7.
The Ordinance does not at present assert that the Urban
Council is not a servant or agent of the Crown. This has, on
occasions in the past, caused confusion as to its status. The
Bill therefore removes this doubt by stating that the Council
is not, and never has been a servant or agent of the Crown.
Provisions concerning the membership of the Council are also
included to bring them into line with those applicable to members
of the Legislative Council, Regional Council and District Boards.
8.
The Bill has been considered by the Urban Council and
has received its endorsement.
9.
Sir, I move that the debate be adjourned.