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able to participate in direct elections to the Legislative

Council of the Hong Kong Government. 18 of the 60 seats will be filled in this way.

Consulate General

- HMG fully committed to the establishment of a presence before 1997 that will reflect the continuing importance of Hong Kong for British interests and our continuing committment to the territory.

Bill of Rights

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Enactment of a Bill of Rights later this year will

enhance the protection of civil and political rights in Hong Kong. Widely welcomed by Hong Kong people.

Hong Kong Department

6 March 1991

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