fact that stable economic conditions have not yet been re-established in Hong Kong. The report of the Commission has not yet been received, but in the light of evidence submitted at an early stage of the Commission's activities, and pending consideration of the report of the Commission, the rates of the cost of living allowances were
increased as from 1st April last to those referred to in Mr. Millington's letter.
(Sgd.) IVOR THOMAS.
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