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sovereignty by China over Hong Kong raises similar issues in
respect of HMOCS as independence has in other Dependent
Territories. The Government is well aware of the need to
maintain the morale of the Hong Kong Civil Service in the
coming 12 years. I can as sure the Noble Lord that the
Government have the interests of HMOCS officers very much in
mind.
[To be replaced by a more forthcoming paragraph if possible in light of Ministerial discussions]
UNDERTAKINGS [ONLY IF PRESSED]
Some Noble Lords referred
to the admission to this country
I can confirm that in
of people described as "at risk".
certain very limited cases rights of admission will exist at
the discretion of the Home Secretary, but this will be on a
very limited basis for people who have been exposed to special factors and considerations.
[IF PRESSED FURTHER]
It
would be inappropriate to
disclose the categories and
numbers of people involved or the special considerations or
factors concerned.
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