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4. Would you like the British government to help you emigrate?

Yes

595

55%

No

438

41%

No comment

41

4%

5. Summary of findings:

(1) There were 1116 returns (return rate about 24%). This indicates

a good response.

(2) The majority of the respondents (63%) had no faith in the political

system remaining unchanged for 50 years after 1997.

(3) The majority of the respondents (59%) considered emigration.

(4) Most of those who considered emigration were aged below 40.

(5) The majority (62%) felt that the British government has the duty to

arrange emigration.

(6) The majority (55%) hoped that the British government will help local

residents to emigrate.

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