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his office as Commissioner, or engage in any occupation for reward outside

the duties of his office.

Filling of temporary

vacancy.

Conditions of appoint- ment of Commissioner.

Oath to be

taken by

5. (1) If the Commissioner

(a) dies;

(b) resigns;

(c)

is suspended or removed from office;

(d) is absent from Hong Kong; or

(e) is for any other reason unable to perform the functions of his

office,

those functions shall be assumed and performed by such person as may be

appointed to act as Commissioner by the Governor, by writing under his

hand, until such time as the Commissioner resumes the functions of his

office or a new Commissioner is appointed under section 3.

(2) A person may be appointed to act as Commissioner under subsec-

tion (1) notwithstanding that he does not comply with the provisions of

section 4.

6. (1) The Commissioner shall hold office on such terms and condi-

tions as shall, subject to the provisions of this Ordinance, be determined

by the Governor.

(2) Any salary or other benefit payable by virtue of this section

shall be charged on and issued out of the general revenue.

7. (1)

Before entering upon the exercise of the duties of his

Commissioner. office the Commissioner shall take an oath that he will faithfully and

impartially perform the duties of his office, and that he will not,

except in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance, divulge any

information received by him under this Ordinance.

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