§ Mr. Costainasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether the Mass Transit Railway project in Hong Kong can be undertaken without any charge to the general revenue; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EnnalsApproximately £80 million has been set aside from general 419W revenue to cover the costs of planning and land acquisition. A further £500 million is being raised, through local and overseas borrowings and export credits to cover the cost of construction. No further contributions from general revenue are planned.
§ Mr. Costainasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what direct employment the construction of the Mass Transit Railway will bring to the people of Hong Kong.
§ Mr. EnnalsIt is estimated that construction of the modified initial system of the Mass Transit Railway will provide direct employment for about 4,500 people in Hong Kong.