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7.

The Ordinance does not at present assert that the Urban

Council is not a servant or agent of the Crown. This has, on

occasions in the past, caused confusion as to its status. The

Bill therefore removes this doubt by stating that the Council

is not, and never has been a servant or agent of the Crown.

Provisions concerning the membership of the Council are also

included to bring them into line with those applicable to members

of the Legislative Council, Regional Council and District Boards.

8.

The Bill has been considered by the Urban Council and

has received its endorsement.

9.

Sir, I move that the debate be adjourned.