for withdrawing the appeal would be negotiated the outcome the Hong Kong Government should be financially (in the form of flats) more advantageous than losing in the Privy Council. The financial effects of losing the appeal are set
out in Annex B.
10
In addition to the financial implications, there are also quartering implications as it would be difficult for Government to vacate all 83 flats immediately following an adverse decision by the Privy Council. Hong Kong Land may not press for this there would be advantage to them in a more gradual return of
return of the flats. If a settlement can be negotiated, one of the terms which would be sought would be to allow a phased withdrawal from the Tregunter flats as alternative accommodation becomes available. To avoid
quartering problems, it would be necessary to extend this period to the end of 1987.
11
In view of the strong advice from the
the Attorney General (paragraphs 5-8), the financial advantage (paragraph 9) and the quartering position set out in paragraph 10, the Administration is of the opinion that, should Hong Kong Land make a further approach their proposals should be considered and a recommendation made to this Council.
(The Secretary for Housing, M- J.R. TODD, the Principal Government Land Agent, Mr R.D. POPE, and the Deputy Crown Solicitor, Mr
Mr B.P. CLANCY, will attend before the Council to answer any questions raised.)
24 July 1986
(HOU CŔ L/M 169/86)
CONFIDENTIAL
COUNCIL CHAMBER