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As this is a new ordinance and a new concept in Hong

Kong, I would like the administration to monitor its effect for

a period of say 3 years and make a review on :

(a)

the speed on which the victim can obtain relief.

(b)

the problems, if any, in executing the power of

arrest.

We recommend that :

(a) where a power of arrest is to be attached to an

injunction, or where an exclusion order is to be granted, the alleged culprit should first be given an opportunity to be heard by the court;

and

(b)

that the judges may advise the offending spouse voluntarily to accept counselling.

We hope that Government and private doctors can speedily provide the necessary evidence to support the applicant in an urgent hearing.

We also feel that the Women's Centre continues to

And may I officially put

play an important role in grey areas. on record our appreciation of their invaluable contribution.

We have pleasure to support this Bill before Council.

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