§ Sir H. WilliamsLast Thursday a Motion was submitted by the Leader of the House, on which I made a few observations. Next day, on looking at the OFFICIAL REPORT, I found that neither the Motion nor my remarks had been recorded. On examining the Votes and Proceedings, I found that the Motion was recorded. On making inquiries, I found that the omission from the OFFICIAL REPORT was the result of censorship. The Motion of the Leader of the House was omitted, and naturally no remarks made on that Motion were printed. I want to ask, Sir, whether you have any statement to make on the subject?
§ Mr. SpeakerNo. As I told the hon. Member, I am looking into the matter, because I realise that it is perhaps somewhat unsatisfactory from the point of view of hon. Members, but whether we can alter the procedure or not I am not prepared to say at the present moment, because there are security matters involved. Until I am satisfied that there can be no real objection from the security point of view, I am not prepared to make any change in the position regarding the publication of these proceedings in Hansard.
§ Mr. EdenPerhaps I might say that I have had several representations from hon. Members about this subject and about reference being made to the days of meeting of the House. The matter is being examined afresh, to see whether any change can be made, but I would not go further than that.