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(b)
(c)
systems among the FCS.
Most of the FCs will use
the simple majority system whilst the UC/RC/Rural FCS will use the preferential elimination system. Under the latter system a candidate must get more than 50% of
the votes cast to be elected. candidates running for the UC/RC/Rural seats will stand a greater chance of meeting this yardstick.
by length of permanent residence; and
Thus,
by a vote of all registered electors in the relevant LegCo category.
The pros and cons of these possible yardsticks are discussed in paras. 7-8 above.
11.
The main problem with this option is what to do if some sub quotas are not used up while others are exceeded. Can any "unused sub-quota" in one category be transferred to another category and, if so, how?
ASSESSMENT
12.
Of the three options, both Options One and Three are rigid and require objective pre-designated criteria
which are
difficult το draw up.
The rigidity of both be cured if some arrangements. for the transfer quota can be worked out. But these arrangements themselves be messy and allocation
options may
of unused
could in
why the
place.
of
quota is
lead to the question of
necessary in the first
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