HC Deb 01 August 1890 vol 347 cc1554-5
MR. SEXTON

I wish to ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what steps he intends to take for the appointment of the Select Committee on the financial relations of the three Kingdoms?

MR. GOSCHEN

I have taken steps in the direction of finding persons who might have influence with gentlemen who have put down Amendments to withdraw them, and then the Committee could be appointed. But the Government cannot put off the discussion of Supply, even for so interesting a subject. Perhaps the hon. Member can use his influence to induce gentlemen to withdraw their Amendments.

MR. SEXTON

I have no control over hon. Members.

MR. GOSCHEN

Nor have I.

MR. SEXTON

But the right hon. Gentleman has control over the time of the House.