Vice
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17.
A point of concern was raised by one Member last week
about nuisances arising from the presence of vice
establishments in residential buildings. The public has been
consulted by means of a White Bill about possible legislation
to curb such nuisances, which are associated with
prostitution. The response showed general support for the
proposed legislation, and I hope to bring a revised Crimes
(Amendment) Bill before this Council within the present
session.
Interpol
18.
The Police and Customs & Excise Services are well
aware of the importance of international contacts to help them
fight the spread of crime syndicates, drug trafficking, fraud
and other crimes. Contacts with Interpol, the Customs
Co-operation Council, and with individual enforcement agencies
have been steadily strengthened and will be maintained. In
particular, liaison with Customs and Police authorities in
China is being strengthened to deal with problems arising from
the increasing movement of people and goods between Hong Kong
and China. Our commitment to effective international
co-operation in fighting crime is further shown by the
agreement which has been reached in the Joint Liaison Group
that Hong Kong will maintain separate membership of regional
interpol and customs organisations beyond 1997.