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(b)

(c)

systems among the FCS.

Most of the FCs will use

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

by length of permanent residence; and

Thus,

by a vote of all registered electors in the relevant LegCo category.

The pros and cons of these possible yardsticks are 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 το draw up.

The rigidity of both be cured if some arrangements. for the transfer quota can be worked out. But these arrangements themselves be messy and allocation

options may

of unused

could in

why the

place.

of

quota is

lead to the question of

necessary in the first

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