§ MR. BAINES, in rising to move for leave to bring in a Bill to amend the Law of Libel, said, it would not be necessary to describe the nature of this measure, except simply to remind the House that it was the same in substance as that introduced by the Judge Advocate (Sir Colman O'Loghlen) in two previous Sessions. In 1867 he carried the measure through by large majorities, and in 1868 it was withdrawn, after passing some of its stages, in consequence of the pressure of other business. Though prevented from taking personal charge of the Bill, by being connected with the Government, it was satisfactory to know that his hon. and learned Friend would lend all the help in his power to secure the passing of the measure through this House.
§ Motion agreed to.
§ Bill to amend the Law of Libel, ordered to be brought in by Mr. BAINES, Mr. CANDLISH, and Mr. MORLEY.
§ Bill presented, and read the first time. [Bill 17.]