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I would like to extend particular thanks to Priscilla Wei and her daughters Val and Cheryl who have been unbelievably kind, generous, and helpful over several years. In Hong Kong, I was aided in particular by George Lin (University of Hong Kong) and Olivia Ford (UBC-Hong Kong Alumni Association Office). The Alumni Association provided me with office space to conduct interviews, data, and access to research participants. I would also like to thank two research assistants at the University of Hong Kong.
Other people that have offered friendship and encouragement during the period of my research include Kathrine Richardson, Sin Yih Teo, Ben Lampert, and Sarah Roberts. All of my colleagues at the Department of Geography, University of Liverpool have been extremely warm, kind, and welcoming. The department has given me research leave, which has allowed me to finish this book. I cannot name everyone here, but I would like to make an especial mention of a few individuals that provided particular support in finishing my project: Clare Holdsworth, Richard Phillips, Dave Featherstone, Pete North, Bethan Evans, and Richard Powell. Thank you for your friendship and collegiality.
Last but, of course, not least, I want to thank my family. My parents, brothers, and grandparents have provided me with love, encouragement, and a constant home in Swansea. My husband, Richard, is both an inspiration to me and a constant source of support—thank you.