HC Deb 03 May 1905 vol 145 c821
MR. BLACK (Banffshire)

I beg to ask the President of the Local Government Board if he can state on what ground Scotland is excluded from the operation of the Unemployed Workmen's Bill; and whether the Government contemplate separate legislation to extend its provisions to Scotland.

* THE LORD-ADVOCATE (Mr. SCOTT DICKSON,) Glasgow, Bridgton

The Secretary for Scotland is not satisfied that the conditions prevailing in Scotland at the present time are such as to require special legislation in the direction contemplated by the hon. Member.

MR. KEIR HARDIE (Merthyr Tydvil)

Is it intended to introduce a similar Bill for Scotland in the near future?

* MR. SCOTT DICKSON

I am afraid I can give no promise.