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take them into account when drafting his speech. If so amended, the speech would in my view be a matter for congratulation rather

than a cause for criticism.

5.

I drew the Governor's attention yet again to the fact that a period of 31 years before the planned introduction of the new contributory sickness scheme was far too long. He said that he agreed and would try to shorten the period.

5. I submit a draft telegram from Lord Goronwy-Roberts to the Governor. The OLA's Department concurs.

28 September 1977

Mr Hurst (OLA)

Mr Hull (Economists Dept)

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J A B Stewart

Hong Kong & General Dept