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of course, that it has not itself been infiltrated. answer might be to send out a small beam from the UK which could consist of a senior officer from the Metropolitan Police Special Branch (to look at organisational questions) and one from the Security Service. You may want to discuss the idea with Howard Smith during your next visit. If so, I should be happy to arrange a meeting.
Hugh told me that when he was in Hong Kong recently he had the impression that there were doubts about the suitability of Morrin to succeed Richardson as Head of Special Branch. Crane formed much the same impression. I gather that Morrin's appoint- ment is nevertheless signed and scaled and that he will be taking over the job at the end of this month. It seems to un that this reinforces the argument for an inspection.
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Finally, I should welcome your comments on the desirability of instituting regular independent inspections of the ¡JIKPF. along the lines of those carried out in this country. possibility might be to arrange for two-yearly inspections by one of HM Inspectors of Constabulary, timed to coincide with Michael Macoun's regular visits. If you think there is morib in this idea we could take it up with Colin Woods on your behalf
Most of these questions are not particularly urgent and you may prefer to discuss them when you are here. I look forward to seeing you.
But it would be helpful to have your views on the succession to Slevin within the next few weeks.
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