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A s

Hon members

great

know this is a subject of sensitivity in Hong Kong, and it is important to ensure

that the legislation is acceptable there. Work on this

is in hand, and discussions are taking place with the

Executive Council in Hong Kong. However it would not

and in fact is not

have been

wise

-

necessary

to

in the

attempt to rush through detailed provisions

timescale which the date of ratification imposes on this

legislation.

Adaptation of Law

Paragraph 3 of the Schedule gives the

necessary powers

to make changes in British law in consequence of or in

connection with the ending

ending of sovereignty. It enables

Orders in Council to be made.

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