HC Deb 06 August 1896 vol 43 cc1703-4
MR. DALZIEL

asked whether it would be impossible for hon. Members to Divide against any of the Votes remaining over after the discussion of Supply had been brought to a close by the new Standing Order?

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY

It will certainly be possible for hon. Members to Divide against any Vote, though I hope it is a privilege of which they will avail themselves sparingly. [Laughter.] I shall endeavour to bring on the Report stage at a convenient hour next day, of those Votes which cannot be discussed in Committee. If the Committee stage is passed soon after 10 on Friday there will be time to deal that night with the Report stage.

MR. ARTHUR O'CONNOR (Donegal, E.)

asked whether the London University Bill, which had just come down from the Lords, would be proceeded with?

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY

No, Sir; there is no idea of taking it. It cannot be proceeded with if there is serious opposition.

COLONEL HUGHES

asked whether the Ordnance Vote would be taken first on Friday?

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY

Yes, Sir; and the Local, Government Board Vote will be taken first on Monday.