Security Bureau responds to media enquiries
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     In response to media enquiries, a spokesman for the Security Bureau today (September 3) gave the following reply:

     The Security Bureau received a letter from the legal representative of the spokesman of the Hong Kong National Party earlier, requesting an extension of the deadline for making written representations in accordance with section 8(3) of the Societies Ordinance. Having considered the matter, the Secretary for Security has decided to extend the period for representation. The Hong Kong National Party may make representations to the Secretary for Security on or before September 14. The Security Bureau has informed the Hong Kong National Party of the decision.

Ends/Monday, September 3, 2018
Issued at HKT 19:15

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