HC Deb 17 June 1901 vol 95 c676

On the Order for Second Reading—

MR. JOHN REDMOND (Waterford)

said this was clearly to some extent a controversial measure, and, as it had come on quite unexpectedly, he thought it ought not then to be pressed.

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

said he would not press the Second Reading if that was the view of the hon. Gentleman.

Second Reading deferred till tomorrow.