TNAG-1727-FCO40-2440-Minutes-and-Hansards-of-the-Legislative-Council-of-Hong-Kong-1988 — Page 227

FCO40 Hong Kong Department Records 聯邦事務部香港部檔案 All

cap

1

23 + in

4

6

achieved such results be a liability? My conclusion therefore is to

support the White Paper.

Sir, there are bound to be differences of opinion among members in this debate. Harsh words and emotional phrases will probably be used to strengthen the points that the speaker wish to

7 make. All this taken in a positive light maybe described as a show

8

9

10

11

Cap 12

13

14

15

16

17

18.

19

20

21

22

23

2 2 2 4

24

25

26

Czp27 cup

28

29

.30

31

32

33

34

35

36

古品

of freedom of expression, but in the midst of heated debate,let us all take note, that the people of Hong Kong want a Legislative

Council that works for the interests of the whole community. Our

citizens expect this Council to be concerned about all matters that affect their daily life and they like to see members working together rather than wasting time bickering with each other.

During

the transition period, Hong Kong needs all its talents to work in close co-operation for a better future. Like it or not, we are all in the same boat. Therefore should we not illustrate by our deeds and our words that we are here to serve the people, to enhance their interest every respect and that we can work in harmony. We are not here primarily to play to the gallery and participate in the political

drama.

Such dramatic performance may enhance a councillor's personal image through increased media coverage or even achieve international fame, but what real benefit will it bring to the people of Hong Kong. Worse still, when it is over done, will it not damage the sense of belonging to Hong Kong amongst our citizens and reduce their confidence in the Legislative Council.

hin.

'Sir, I appeal to the good sense of my honourable friends, as members of this Council, we should be realistic, rational and responsible. Let us show the reason rather than emotion prevails in

this Council.

=

that

^

Sir, I support the motion.

:

Comments

Approved members can add comments, bookmarks, and private notes.

No comments yet.

Private Research Note

Private notes are available after approval.