Candidates’ appeal rejected by the final court due to activities considered to be “against China and against Macao”.
Politics
‘Pro-democracy’ groups are due to find out whether their appeals are successful within the next five days.
Reporters put tough questions to Ho Iat Seng about apparent shifts in government policy; three Lists launch case at Court of Final Appeal.
As 12 September polling day nears, fringe candidates disbarred for ‘disloyalty’ consider whether to mount further appeals.
Security secretary emphasises need for stability and points to city’s existing laws which are intended to support national security.
Anyone misusing the national flag may face a fine of up to MOP 10,000 from now on.
Official approval given to decision to disbar some candidates who allegedly failed to display sufficient loyalty to Macao SAR.
Many candidates disqualified for ‘disloyalty’ vow to appeal, although their application is unlikely to be approved.
Officials set out seven criteria to support their decision, but fail to supply any precise reasons.