HC Deb 10 May 1892 vol 4 c592

Motion made, and Question proposed, That the Select Committee be re-appointed to inquire and report upon the various weights and measures used for the sale of grain throughout the United Kingdom; the desirability of selling grain by weight only or by measure and weight, and, in the event of either being considered desirable, the extent to which either might be enforced; the desirability of the adoption of a uniform weight, either for the United Kingdom or any part of it; if a uniform weight is desirable, the standard to be adopted; and whether there should be one standard for all kinds of grain; and if not, what should be the standard for each kind."—(Mr. Jasper More.)

MR. SEXTON (Belfast, W.)

This is a question in which Ireland is interested, but on looking over the names I find that only one Irish Member is nominated, and I do not know that he will be able to attend. I am not aware either whether the usual course has been followed in making the selection and to allow a little time for consideration. I object to proceeding with the appointment of the Committee now.

THE SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY (Mr. AKERS DOUGLAS,) Kent, St. Augustine's

The usual plan has been adopted in the selection of names, and in a Committee of 13 Members there is the usual proportion of Irish representation.

MR. SEXTON

I do not find that there is any Member connected with the interests of agriculture in Ireland.

MR. SPEAKER

The Motion for the appointment of the Committee is apart from the nominations to serve on the Committee.

MR. JASPER MORE (Shropshire, Ludlow)

May I suggest to the hon. Member that he should allow the appointment of the Committee, and I shall be perfectly willing to comply with any wish expressed by Irish Members, and, indeed, am anxious that Irish interests should be represented. I hope he will not force his objection.

MR. SEXTON

I have no doubt of the good disposition of the hon. Member, but the interests of Ireland must be safeguarded.

Motion deferred till To-morrow.