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INFORMATION CO-OPDINATOR.

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separate

and independent

consideration.

"shortfall"

will accept

community.

exercise based on prevailing

There is no question of making up any from previous years. I hope civil servants

this decision in the wider interest of the

The SCS will be discussing other issues of concern with the staff unions in the coming weeks.

BN (0)

(LEGCO SUB-COMMITTEE MEETING ON 23 JUNE)

Line to Take

The BNO phased registration programme safeguards people's right to acquire BN (0) status and must proceed without delay. The decision to allow dual possession of BDTC and BN (0) passports will address the concern about the loss of a BDTC passport in favour of a BN (0) passport. Procedures for implementing the scheme are being worked out urgently and will be announced as soon as possible.

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NEWS CORPORATION AND TVB

Line to Take

The News

Corporation bid will be processed in the normai way. The Broadcasting Authority are considering the application and We are waiting for their views. The main issue is whether the proposed acquisition is or is not in the public interest.