§ MR. W. E. FORSTERsaid, he would beg to ask Mr. Chancellor of the Exchequer, When he intends proceeding with the Representation of the People Bill?
§ THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUERSir, I intend to proceed in Committee on the Representation of the People Bill on Thursday if the House can go into Committee at a reasonable hour; but there is business upon the Paper of a very pressing character which cannot be delayed, and which may occupy much time. If I am unable to proceed with the Bill on Thursday, I will do so on the first day I can—certainly next Monday, if not on the previous Friday.
§ MR. W. E. FORSTERsaid, he would beg to ask what would be deemed a reasonable hour.
§ THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUERI shall leave it to the general feeling of the House; I wish to suit the convenience of hon. Members.