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"Those who have bank accounts in Hongkong Bank or Hang Seng Bank can receive their payments on April 3 whereas those with accounts in other banks will receive their payments on April 9 after the public holidays," he added.

In case of doubt, recipients are advised to contact their respective social security field units.

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Tender date

Paper on offer

Issue number

Issue date

Maturity date

Hong Kong Monetary Authority tender results

** **

2 Apr 1996

EF bills

Q614

3 Apr 1996

3 Jul 1996

Coupon

Amount applied

HK$6,630 MN

Amount allotted

HK$1,500 MN

Average yield accepted

5.08 PCT

Highest yield accepted

5.09 PCT

Pro rata ratio

About 39 PCT

Average tender yield

5.15 PCT