§ MR. ALDEN (Middlesex, Tottenham)To ask the First Commissioner of Works whether he will consider the possibility of beautifying the open asphalt spaces in Trafalgar Square by placing therein a few large boxes or tubs containing ornamental shrubs or flowers; whether he is aware that such boxes might be placed upon wheels and removed in case of public meetings, following the example of certain Continental cities; and that no 1810 opposition would then be offered by those who wish to preserve the right of free speech which at present exists.
(Answered by Mr. Harcourt.) I find there would be considerable objections even to removable boxes.