HC Deb 15 May 1978 vol 950 cc66-7W
Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs (1) if consideration will be given to the appointment of a Chinese to the governorship of Hong Kong following the retirement of the present Governor;

(2) if consideration has been given to a political appointment to the governorship of Hong Kong following the expiration of the term of office of the present Governor.

Mr. Luard

All qualified candidates will be considered.

Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether, prior to confirming the extension of the term of office of the present Governor of Hong Kong, he sought the agreement of the Civil Service unions.

Mr. Luard

No.

Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if, following the retirement of the Commissioner of the Royal Hong Kong Police, consideration has been given to the appointment of a serving senior officer of the British Army.

Mr. Luard

The Commissioner of the Royal Hong Kong Police has not retired. When he does, my right hon. Friend will, after receiving the Governor's recommendations, consider all qualified candidates before appointing his successor.

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