CONFIDENTIAL
ANNEX III
HMOCS MATTERS: COMPENSATION SCHEME: HARD QUESTIONS
01 Will the limited compensation scheme still operate after
1997?
A1 We do not yet know.
(This is one of a number of civil
service issues which we and HKG wish to discuss with the Chinese when the time is right).
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Q2 What compensation would I get if. I am superseded post-1997 and decide to retire early as allowed in limited- compensation scheme, if that scheme is still running?
A2
No compensation for period not served. Your choice.
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Q3 If I am superfeded and stay on will I get compensation at higher-rank level?
A3 No.
Q4 If there is a breakdown in the arrangements envisaged under the: JD, will HMG introduce. arrangements to allow (former) HMOCS officers to retire with early payment of pensions?
A4
Do not envisage any breakdown.
(If pressed hard) It would be for the Government of the day to take whatever measures it felt appropriate.
REGABY
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