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developed countries which import goods from Hong Kong. It will be obvious that he has the UK, among others, in mind. I note from

Mr Bacon's minute that Lord Goronwy-Roberts told the Governor that he saw no objection to the proposed form of words in paragraphs 6 and 7 of the draft.

4.

The Governor has not, as yet, consulted us about those sections of the draft speech concerning, e.g. housing, education, and health. Paragraph 6 of the record of his talks with

Lord Goronwy-Roberts could be taken to commit him to consult only on labour legislation; which he has done. However, our understanding was that he would consult the Minister on the other aspects as well.

5. I therefore recommend that a telegram be sent to the Governor asking politely to see the other relevant sections.

draft.

22 September 1976

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I attach a

B. Stant

JB Stewart

Hong Kong Department

Cc:

PS/Lord Goronwy-Roberts Mr Larmour (o.r.)

Mr Male

OLA

Mr Lipsey

Tel to issue.

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