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Look rather thin in this particular debate. It does not actually address the particular obligation to British passport holders, as distinct from compassion for refugees as part of the international community. LegCo will also be looking for a more specific answer to their question at (b).

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We would be grateful if you would let us have your views on our proposed lines to (a) and for a line on (b). We will have to have a draft speech ready by 8 November close latest. Grateful for a reply deskby 080900z. We apologise for the rush but the motion has recently been amended to include (b).

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