HC Deb 13 May 1992 vol 207 cc110-1W
Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what will be the total cost of equipping the new Governor of Hong Kong with ceremonial dress; and what items are involved.

Mr. Goodlad

Mr. Patten, having consulted widely, does not propose to wear ceremonial dress.

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what has been the total cost of administering the office of the Hong Kong Governor in each of the last three financial years; and what is the proposed budget for 1992–93.

Mr. Goodlad

This cost is borne by the Hong Kong Government.

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will list those facilities and allowances currently available to the office of Hong Kong Governor.

Mr. Goodlad

These are provided and financed by the Hong Kong Government.

Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how much was spent on official hospitality by the Governor of Hong Kong in the last completed financial year.

Mr. Goodlad

This is the responsibility of the Hong Kong Government.

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