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l.c.

I am pleased to say that the amendments proposed by the

these

hda group will improve those safeguards and at the same time

enhance the overall effectiveness of the legislation. They are

by the Administration

readily accepted/

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ed/

Sir, the latest Annual Report of the Independent

which was

only

Commission Against Corruption tabled in this Council/last month

reminds us that there has been no drop in reports of corruption.

The role of the Commission in upholding standards of integrity

and trust in the community remains as vital as ever.

the

As always, it is necessary carefully to maintain a fair

balance between the rights of a law enforcement agency, even one

with the high reputation of

law-abiding public going about its business.

AC, and the rights of the

I am confident that, with the help of all those who have

participated in this discussion,

scrutinised this measure we have been able to maintain that

balance.

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Question put and agreed to.

Bill read the Second time.

Bill committed to a Committee of the whole Council pursuant to Standing Order 43(1).

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