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in Hong Kong, and the extent to which it differs from UK Law". I think that, equipped with the Hong Kong legislation, you will now be able to see the main differences between Hong Kong and UK Law. It would have involved further delay

if I had pursued this matter with our own legal advisers; as far as I am aware, the major differences between British and Hong Kong legislation are in Sections 10, 14 and 17 of the 1971 Ordinance, as amended by Ordinance 9/74.

3. These papers will, I think, give the Royal Commission a broad insight into the Independent Commission's background and method of operation. Please do not hesitate to let

me know if you would like any additional information.

Yours sincerely,

8. H. Jinniddy

B H Dinwiddy

Hong Kong and Indian Ocean Department