§ MR. LONSDALEI beg to ask the Prime Minister whether a draft or outline of the Government proposals with regard to changes in the government of Ireland which are intended to be embodied in legislation next session has been submitted to the leader or leaders of the Nationalist Party; and whether he can state when the public will have an opportunity of considering the scheme.
§ THE PRIME MINISTER AND FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY (Sir H. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN, Stirling Burghs)No statement regarding the Government's proposals for Irish legislation next session can at present be made. It would be altogether unusual to do so. 761 As to the persons who may or may not be consulted, I have nothing to say; but I shall be very glad to consult the hon. Member if he will allow me.
§ MR. LONSDALEWill the right hon. Gentleman give mo an opportunity of consulting with him?
§ SIR H. CAMPBELL-BANNERMANI am always available.