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Holding by-election to replace disgraced lawmaker low priority, John Lee says
Hong Kong leader John Lee stated that holding a by-election to replace William Wong Kam-fai, who resigned after a drink-driving arrest, is a lower priority than preparing for three upcoming polls over the next 18 months. Lee emphasized that electoral authorities must consider the necessity of the by-election alongside manpower and logistics.
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