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seem to be on the high side, year may consider the possibility of a reduction of the British Garrison in Hong Kong, and the increase of a Police Force, recruit more people for increasing
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medical and welfare services, this percentage should be acceptable. We shouldn't be too bothered by this.
But, the targeted 2.5 per cent growth rate for '89 to 90, is, according to my personal view, a bit on the high side. I hope that we will be able to lower this percentage. I think we should use all possible means to enhance the efficiency of our civil servants. For example, we can use the most modern office equipment, and research into the improvements of working-
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Sir, with these remarks, I support
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Sir, generally speaking, I welcome
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