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stability of Hong Kong though I do see that it

would involve difficult and embarrassing

administrative problems. I accept however

that it would probably be right for us to

defer a final decision

-

if possible - until

I have had an opportunity of weighing the issues

fully with the Governor and in any case until

after we have had the reactions to the

n

and admmutative

reduction of

sentence. The period

Stworld seem that this means, that the Minister want's instructions from the 5.075.. Covering his discussions with the Governor

of delay worries me and if we adopt this course,

I think it necessary that I have a directive from

you to make a decision so as to avoid further

10.

delay which may prejudice Mr. Grey's release.

In view of the fact that I am leaving

for an overseas visit tomorrow I felt it right

to record my views, although we may have an

opportunity of discussing this matter today.

CC:

EPHERD ).

8 May, 1969.

Sir John Johnston Sir A. Galsworthy Mr. J.O. Moreton

Mr. R. Baker

Mr. J. Murray

Mr. W.S. Carter.

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