HC Deb 06 September 1887 vol 320 c1360

In reply to Mr. BRADLAUGH (Northampton),

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY (Mr. W. H. SMITH) () Strand, Westminster

said: In the event of Supply being closed on Wednesday, the Indian Budget will be taken on Thursday; and in the event of Supply not being closed until Thursday the Indian Budget will be taken on Friday. I hope I may rely on it that the days I have mentioned will be the last days of Supply.

Subsequently,

GENERAL SIR GEORGE BALFOUR (Kincardine)

asked, whether the Indian Budget, when taken, would be the first Order of the Day?

MR. W. H. SMITH

I should be exceedingly happy to meet the hon. and gallant Gentleman's views in the matter; but he must be aware that I cannot enter into any engagement of the kind. At this period of the Session I must make the arrangements which are best calculated, in my judgment, to promote the convenience of the House.