25. How far has value to the United Kingdom
into account?
What
been taken
level
of
26.
applications is expected?
27. How quickly will the applications be processed?
28.
What if it takes longer than is judged acceptable?
29. Who will operate the selection process?
30. What safeguards against corruption?
Particularly since HKID
as possible beneficiaries are doing the processing?
31.
What if
bribery is
suspected?
foul play Or discovered
or
Hong Kong is a capitalist society with
similarities to
many the UK.
Those judged to be "key" in Hong Kong are likely to have similar degree of importance in the UK.
a
A high level of interest in the Scheme is expected but it would be difficult to predict actual numbers.
Cannot be precise. Aim is to give assurance to Hong Kong as quickly as administrative processes there will permit.
HKG will sufficient
make available
resources
to
ensure that applications are dealt with speedily and
efficiently.
Hong
Kong Immigration Department (HKID) will be responsible for processing applications under directions of the Steering Group.
the
Close involvement at all stages by ICAC. Regular spot checks by senior HKID staff. Each case will go through a series of stages involving progressively senior staff. No case will be handled solely by one officer.
Any suspected cases will be vigorously pursued. These are criminal offences in Hong Kong carrying heavy penalties.
ELIGIBILITY
32.
Why restrict eligibility to those settled (ordinarily resident) in HK?
Persons no longer settled (ordinarily resident) in HK cannot be said to require an assurance in order to remain there. Scheme aimed at those who continue to see their future in Hong Kong.
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