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NOTHING TO BE WRITTEN IN THIS MARGIN

(If pressed further):

This problem certainly exists, but it should not be

exaggerated. The need is to discover and to punish

corrupt individuals. Her Majesty's Government

strongly support the firm measures which the Governor

is taking. He should also have the support of every

person of goodwill in Hong Kong and in this country.

Other Prosecutions

was convicted in Hong Kong under

Section 10 of the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance and

sentenced to twelve months' imprisonment on

1 November.

Ordinance.

This shows the effectiveness of the

to appeal).

has given notice of his intention

NEED FOR FUBLIC TO BE INVOLVED ELECTIONS TO LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

The problem about moving towards an elected

legislature is that in the special circumstances of

Hong Kong self-government or independence has to be

ruled out.

Suggestion that only a few say, two or four (out of a total of 26) members of Legislative Council should be elected

The principle applies, whatever the number involved,

to any question of elections to the legislature of

Hong Kong,