CONFIDENTIAL
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Tentative proposals from British Airways are expected
shortly. Meanwhile, British Airways are taking steps to
improve services to and from Hong Kong as from April when
their summer schedules are introduced.
STAFF RELATIONS
18.
Study by Professor Turner
At the request of the Secretary for the Civil
Service, Professor Turner has set out his preliminary ideas
on how Government's machinery for handling disputes could
be further developed. These ideas are being studied and
detailed proposals are being drafted so that they can be
finalised quickly when Professor Turner's report is available.
19.
Consultative arrangements for minor staff
Professor Turner's preliminary proposal for a
separate consultative council for MOD 1 officers is being
examined.
20.
Property Organisation and Management
With effect from 1.1.78, the Civil Service Branch
has handed over responsibility for the provision of accommo-
dation to the Administration Branch. Only matters concerning
the allocation of quarters, the interpretation of Civil
Service Regulations on quartering and related conditions of
service matters are now being dealt with by Civil Service
Branch. An 0. & M. Survey has been completed and a report
made to the Secretary for Administration about the future
organisation of the Accommodation Section of the Administration
Branch, which will deal with Government Property Management.
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