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gazetted nor brought into

operation, the public would be

confused if the current set of Instructions were to be

gazetted.

However, our lawyers have cast some doubts on

this approach since, to their knowledge, Royal Instructions

are usually gazetted before they can take effect.

I

understand

Vivian Sum has discussed the above

with you, and that

the

legality of the

approach.

the FCO Legal Advisers have confirmed

On this basis, we are

content with clause 1(2) as drafted.

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yous ever, Ligh

(Joseph Y.T. Lai)

for Secretary for Constitutional Affairs

c.c. Director of Administration

(Attn: Miss Annie Tam)

Attorney General's Chambers

(Attn: Mr James O'Neil

Mrs N Dissanayake)

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