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In the light of this background, I hope you will agree that there is no question of our backing away from the substantive broadcasting and freedom of information issues that the Broadcasting Bill was originally intended to address. Our approach will ensure that the most pressing tasks are dealt with in the quickest and most effective manner. You have my assurance that momentum will be maintained in all the priority

areas.

In view of the public interest in this issue, I am making this letter available to the media today.

Kevin Lau Esq

Vice Chairman

Hong Kong Journalists Association GPO Box 11726

Hong Kong

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Public consultation on discrimination starts

Governor

The Secretary for Home Affairs. Mr Michael Suen. urged members of the public to express their views on the two consultation documents on discrimination on the grounds of family status and sexual orientation released today (Wednesday).

Speaking at a press conference to launch a two-month public consultation on these two areas of discrimination, Mr Suen said the documents summarised the issues identified in the studies undertaken by the Home Affairs Branch (HAB), and also set out possible measures to address the issues concerned.

Calling on members of the public to actively participate in the discussions, Mr Suen pointed out that the possible measures outlined in the documents only served as a basis to invite comments.