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In conclusion, may I thank the convenor of the Ad

Hoc group,

the hon. Peter C. WONG, who has devoted much

time and energy throughout the various stages of this Bill

and his precedessor and who has been extremely patient,

open-minded and fair to all sides. I would also like to

some of the

Peter C. WONG

to express my

thank the hon. John SWAINE for chairing

meetings during the absence of the hon.

because of ill health. I would also like

gratitude to the representatives of both the Hong Kong Bar

Association and the Law Society of Hong Kong for having

drawn our attention to numerous points

numerous points at every stage of

the relevant Bill by making forceful and balanced

submissions to us. And finally, I would like to thank the

Administration, in particular the Attorney General and the

Director of Public Prosecutions for their time spent over

these matters and the understanding on the numerous issues

involved and the care and attention which they have all

put into this Bill. Sir, this Bill is a shining example

of what can be achieved with goodwill,

understanding on all sides.

dedication and

Sir, I am confident that with the full

eration of the legal profession, the scheme which is

set out in this Bill will work satisfactorily

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therefore take great pleasure in supporting it.