HC Deb 03 July 1895 vol 35 c163

On Motion for Second Reading of this Bill,

MR. TOMLINSON

observed that officials concerned in the administration of justice had not had sufficient time in which to consider the provisions of the Bill.

SIR ROBERT REID (Dumfries Burghs)

said, that he was most anxious to see this Bill pass into law. Not being aware, however, that the Government intended to proceed with it that day, he informed an hon. Member who was interested in the measure that it would not be brought on. He regretted having misled the hon. Member.

MR. J. CHAMBERLAIN

observed that the Leader of the House had said, in mentioning this and certain other Bills, that if any objection were taken to them they would be withdrawn. If, therefore, this Bill were objected to in any way he would withdraw the Motion for the Second Reading.

SIR R. REID

explained that he did not object, and suggested that the Order might be deferred until To-morrow.

Order for the Second Reading, by leave, withdrawn.

Bill withdrawn.