If the proposed reclamation is approved, local residents directly affected are likely to continue to object in order to maintain their position in negotiation over compensation with Government.
The environmentalists pursue their case through the media on the broader issues involved, particularly if the whole gazetted area is authorized.
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If the proposed reclamation is not approved, or if approval is significantly delayed, there would be an adverse impact on public confidence because of the perceived importance of the project for the future of Hong Kong.
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press release will be issued to explain the decision.
If approval is given for the work to proceed, the importance of the new airport to Hong Kong will be emphasised. It will also be explained how Government has taken into account the interests of the villagers affected by the clearance and the concern of environmentalists. A notice of authorization will also be published in the Gazette in accordance with section 9(1) of the Ordinance.
12 September 1990
(BLD 3/IS/FSR/89)
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