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Written question asked by Lord Avebury (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 6 November 2002. It was answered by Baroness Amos (Labour) on Wednesday, 6 November 2002.


Amos, Baroness

Question
What discussions they have had with the Government of Hong Kong about the proposal to introduce anti-subversion legislation under Basic Law Article 23; whether they will propose that the Government of Hong Kong invite independent experts to advise them on the compatibility of the draft legislation with Hong Kong's international obligations on civil and political rights; and whether they will ask the Government of Hong Kong to allow a period of consultation with the public on the draft Bill, prior to its introduction in the legislature. [HL 6228].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
640 c103-4WA; HL 6228
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Civil liberties Crime prevention Human rights Hong Kong Public participation Subversion