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In conclusion, may I thank the convenor of the Ad
Hoc group,
the hon. Peter C. WONG, who has devoted much
time and energy throughout the various stages of this Bill
and his precedessor and who has been extremely patient,
open-minded and fair to all sides. I would also like to
some of the
Peter C. WONG
to express my
thank the hon. John SWAINE for chairing
meetings during the absence of the hon.
because of ill health. I would also like
gratitude to the representatives of both the Hong Kong Bar
Association and the Law Society of Hong Kong for having
drawn our attention to numerous points
numerous points at every stage of
the relevant Bill by making forceful and balanced
submissions to us. And finally, I would like to thank the
Administration, in particular the Attorney General and the
Director of Public Prosecutions for their time spent over
these matters and the understanding on the numerous issues
involved and the care and attention which they have all
put into this Bill. Sir, this Bill is a shining example
of what can be achieved with goodwill,
understanding on all sides.
dedication and
Sir, I am confident that with the full
eration of the legal profession, the scheme which is
set out in this Bill will work satisfactorily
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therefore take great pleasure in supporting it.