§ MR. O'SULLIVANasked the First Lord of the Treasury, Whether it is the intention of the Government to proceed with any scheme for the settlement of the Irish Labourers' question during the next Session of Parliament?
MR. GLADSTONEI am not quite certain how much the hon. Member comprehends in the phrase "the Irish Labourers' question;" but, whatever may be its meaning, it certainly will be included in the reply which I have to give, and that is the same that I have to give to all Members on all subjects. The Government will announce no intention on the subject of important measures to be taken during the next Session until the House has placed them in a position to form a judgment on the question whether the House means to vindicate for itself the application of its own time, and what amount of that time will be available for legislative purposes. Until we know that, it is impossible for me to make any announcement or engagement on the part of the Government.