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the

systems among the FCS. Most of the FCS will use simple majority system whilst the UC/RC/Rural FCS will use the preferential elimination system. Under the latter system a candidate must get more

than 50% of the votes cast to be elected. Thus,

candidates running for the UC/RC/Rural seats will stand a greater chance of meeting this yardstick.

by length of permanent residence; and

The

(b)

(c) by

a

vote of

registered

electors

in

the

all

relevant LegCo category.

pros and cons of these possible yardsticks have already been discussed in paras. 7-8 above.

11.

The main problem with this option is what to do if some sub-quotas are not used up while others are exceeded. Can any "unused sub-quota" in one category be transferred to another category and, if so, how?

ASSESSMENT

12.

of

the three options, both Options One and Three are rigid and require objective pre-designated criteria

which are

difficult to draw up.

options may

of unused

The rigidity of both be cured if some arrangements for the transfer quota can be worked out. But these arrangements could in themselves be messy and lead to the question of

of quota is

why. the

allocation

first place.

permanent

in necessary

On balance, Option Two

of with length

residence as the yardstick to determine which

the

"foreign" Legco members should be unseated seems to be

the least objectionable option.

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