Rebirth of Xiangjiang - 1978

Chapter 2915 How about voting?

Author: Honey Chicken Wings

Chapter 2915 How about voting?

Although Derek Ford strongly denied it, based on Stephen Joel's knowledge and knowledge of him, he was sure that Derek Ford's sudden change in such a big change must be caused by someone else, and this person is very likely to have a handle.

That's Lin Daoqiu.

If Derek Ford just refuses to cooperate or support, then there is no big problem. As the Speaker of the House of Lords, I still have ways to promote the continuation of this bill. But if Derek Ford stands on his opposite side, then this bill will

The possibility of pushing it can be said to be slim, unless you choose to break up with him, but the price is that the legislative work of the House of Lords will fall into endless quarrels in the future.

The two people returned to the conference room, and everyone's eyes were focused on Stephen Joel and Derek Ford. After all, as the two big bosses in the House of Lords, it was rare for them to jointly promote the bill about Hong Kong movies.

, but I didn’t expect that the first review of this bill today would start with Derek Ford’s opposition. No one knew what happened in the middle. Some people were even guessing whether it was Stephen Joel and Derek Ford.

This situation will occur if there is no coordination between them.

"I believe everyone has had enough rest. In this case, let's continue the topic just now. I propose to withdraw the review and discussion of the Hong Kong Film Bill. What do you think?"

Derek Ford took the initiative to speak. Originally, Stephen Joel, who was presiding over the meeting, should have spoken at this time, but Derek Ford preempted him.

Although Stephen Joel was a little dissatisfied, he didn't say anything, because now he was faced with only two choices, agreeing or opposing Derek Ford's proposal.

Stephen Joel did not give a clear attitude just now, and his supporters did not know whether to support Derek Ford or oppose him now, so everyone turned to look at Stephen Joel, hoping that he could give a clear attitude.

Attitudes and signals.

“I don’t think there is any need to withdraw this bill. Since it has already been proposed and you, deputy speaker, felt the need to push it forward, although I don’t know why you proposed withdrawing it today, I think it is better to continue deliberation and push it forward as soon as possible.

"

Stephen Joel was unwilling to give in. He planned to be tough today and then find a way to convince Derek Ford after the meeting. As for what leverage he had in Lin Daoqiu's hands, he could work with him to find a solution then.

Just go and solve it.

Stephen Joel's refusal to give in also aroused Derek Ford's dissatisfaction, but he did not express it directly, but turned his head and glanced at the person next to him.

"After reading the Hong Kong Film Bill, I went to learn about the situation of the Hong Kong Film Market. Over the years, Hong Kong Film has always been the place with the highest growth rate in Asia. The reason why Hong Kong Film has such good results is related to Lin Daoqiu.

It has a lot to do with it. He owns the world-renowned Magic Studio, not to mention that he also acquired Hollywood's MGM Film Company. If this bill is too targeted at him, I'm worried that international public opinion will be very unfavorable to us.

"

Derek Ford's subordinate, Congressman Jephson, stood up and expressed his support for his boss. As for whether what he said was what he said from his heart, no one cared at all. After all, most of the time they

They are fighting for their own interests, and the rest of the time is for their own circle. Their conscience has long been forgotten. You must know that no one with a conscience can enter this place.

"I object, and the reason for my objection is exactly what Jephson said just now. Lin Daoqiu's strength in Xiangjiang is already too strong. It is so strong that it has formed a monopoly in the industry. If there are no restrictions at this time,

, it is simply impossible for others to be competitive, and Xiangjiang Film will only become a toy for Lin Daoqiu alone."

"That's right, we are pushing this bill for the sake of a healthy and good development environment for Hong Kong movies. We are definitely not targeting anyone. So what you said, Jeffson, is simply wrong. I support continuing to push this bill...

…”

"I object..."

"I agree..."

Suddenly, the conference room was divided into three groups, those who were in favor of it, those who were against it, and those who were in favor of it. Anyone with a discerning eye could tell at a glance that Stephen Joel and Derek Ford each had their own ideas on this bill, and the people on both sides were also competing with each other.

Don't give in to anyone.

Although he was very reluctant, Stephen Joel had to admit that without the support of Derek Ford, the possibility of easily passing any bill in the House of Lords could be said to be very slim, because only a few people supported him.

By one-third, although Derek Ford has fewer people than him, the two of them combined can still exceed half, and then if they find ways to pull some people over, they can basically exceed half.

Now it is impossible for Derek Ford to support himself, so even if the bill is voted for in the end, it is impossible to get a majority, which is equal to Derek Ford's victory.

"Speaker, if we really can't resolve the dispute in the end, how about we just vote to decide?"

Derek Ford looked at Stephen Joel's proposal to the other party, but his proposal could be said to be unkind. If Stephen Joel really agreed to the other party's request to use a vote to decide whether to continue to promote and review this bill,

The final result is probably very obvious, it will only make him lose face once.

"No, this bill is on hold for now and we'll talk about it later."

Stephen Joel shook his head. The best way at this time is to temporarily shelve the bill. Since he is not sure that the trial will continue today, Stephen Joel is not willing to give up just like this. He feels that he still has a way to get more than half of it.

I support it, just not today.

After hearing what Stephen Joel said, Derek Ford immediately understood what the other party was thinking, but he didn't say anything. Instead, he nodded and agreed. After all, Stephen Joel is the speaker and he has the right to put this aside temporarily.

The bill must not be shelved for too long. A decision must be made in the next session whether to continue deliberation or withdraw the bill.

…………

"Sir Stephen, what is going on? Why is this bill suddenly shelved?"

Fang Yihua didn't know how he got the news that the bill had been put on hold. He immediately came to Stephen Joel's office to inquire about the progress of the bill.

Looking at Fang Yihua in front of him, Stephen Joel had a serious expression on his face. From his expression, it even seemed that he was a little impatient with Fang Yihua.

(End of chapter)