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TUO 1618362

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16th. March, 1946.

Following from Chiefs of Staff.

Reference your TUO 111140 and 180644.

H.M.G. has decided that the return of the Civil overnor to Hong Kong is to be deferred until 1st. ay, 1946.

The change from military to civil administration

s to be deferred accordingly.

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ciculated 15th arch, 1946.

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Dear Gali

I understand that you are aware of the Prime Minister's decision to defer the return of Sir Mark Young to Hong Kong for one month from April 1st.

2. It will be necessary to inform admiral Harcourt of this decision, and I have drafted the attached telegram.

3.

Would you please let me know by telephone

of your comments on or approval to the despatch of the telegram.

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In suured.

Lestours

Sir George Gate, GC. KCE. D50., Colonial Office.

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