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Major Legge-Bourke
asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies when the oath of allegiance declared by recruits to the Hong Kong Police was changed to its present form, which omits a pledge, "well and faithfully to serve His Majesty the King his heirs and successors"; and what was the reason for the change.
Mr. Rees-Williams
My right hon. Friend is looking into this matter and will communicate with the hon. Member in due course.