SPEAKING NOTE
1. General
The clearance of land required for the construction of the Mass
Transit Railway (MTR) has inevitably caused problems, particularly
where buildings which have to be demolished are comparatively new.
The MTR and the Hong Kong Government have made every effort to
solve these problems.
2.
Compensation
Those affected have been offered fair compensation in accordance
with the provisions of Hong Kong law. Generous ex-gratia allowances
are also being offered. The majority of families in the Sai Lau
Kok buildings have accepted these terms, and many have already
moved out. The demands of those who have so far refused
compensation cannot be met within the law.
3.
Families who have still not accepted the MTR's offers
Some 50 families (mostly owner-occupiers) have not yet accepted
the offers made to them. Discussions with them are continuing.
4.
Eviction on 31 July
The notices to quit expire on 31 July. The Hong Kong Government
will then decide how and when to proceed with the clearance of
the Sai Lau Kok buildings.
We have received an assurance from
the Hong Kong Government that the remaining residents will not
be evicted immediately.
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