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gradually

the

resources provided to them.

Most

importantly, it has reaffirmed the Government's confidence

in the District, Boards and the significant contribution

they will continue to make in the districts.

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Sir, we do not expect that everyone in this

should

Chamber. let alone the community as a whole,

support each and every clause of the White Paper. That is why the motion which I have proposed today seeks Members' agreement that we should take note of the plans and

intentions contained in it. As to the Implementation of

the plans in the White Paper, there will, of course, be

further opportunities for Members to debate each of the

proposals which require legislation and to express their

views,

But it is

the duty the duty

of

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of the Government, in

considering the way forward for political development, in

Hong Kong, to seek a concensus view that will meet the

needs of the community as a whole and satisfy a majority

of the people.

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