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APPENDIX

TO ANNEX

TO OD(K)(86) I

THE GOVERNOR AND THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE

A Possible Timetable for the Creation of a Deputy Governor/Chief

Executive (Designate) and the Entrustment of Powers and

Responsibilities to Him

1992

Creation of post of Deputy Governor under Letters Patent Clause

XVIIA, in hierarchy immediately beneath the Governor and above the

Chief Secretary. The Deputy Governor is appointed ex officio a

member of Executive Council.

From the beginning he is involved by the Governor in the

process of government, and closely consulted on all important

matters. His advice is sought on the appointment of members of the Executive Council, members of the Legislative Council, and significant committees and boards. All papers minuted to the

Governor on significant matters are routed through him.

By the end of 1992, he is presiding over Executive Council on

behalf of the Governor on routine matters.

1993-4

The following powers and responsibilities are delegated or allocated to the Deputy Governor by the Governor:

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