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This point is
however, if the terms of office of some members of the Legislature did not coincide with that of the Chief Executive.
discussed further in paragraph 16 of Note 3.
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25.
It would seem necessary for the Basic Law to include
reference to the procedures for removal of the Chief Executive on grounds of:
criminal offence;
(a)
(b)
(c)
gross misconduct or gross dereliction of duty; or incapacity.
26.
While the power of dismissal would rest with the Central
People's Government, it would seem desirable for it to be exercised
only at the request, or with the consent, of a substantial
proportion of the SAR Legislature (say, not less than two-thirds or
perhaps even three-quarters). The Basic Law might also include provisions enabling the Chief Executive to resign in circumstances
in which he feels unable to continue in office.
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