HC Deb 24 July 1861 vol 164 c1426

Order for resuming Adjourned Debate on Amendment on Second Reading [3rd July].

SIR GEORGE LEWIS

said, that he was favourable to the measure, but in the absence of the right hon. Gentleman who had charge of the Bill (Mr. Walpole) he would move that the order be postponed until the following Wednesday. At the same time, he did not think it likely the Bill would pass during the present Session.

Debate further adjourned till Wednesday next.