HC Deb 28 May 1908 vol 189 cc1288-9
MR. PIRIE

I beg to ask the Prime Minister whether, in view of the desire in Scotland for a drastic measure of temperance reform, and having regard to the present legislative situation on this question in Scotland, he can state if the Government propose to introduce such a measure next year dealing with that country.

MR. ASQUITH

I am not yet able to make any statement as to the legislation; of next year.

MR. PIRIE

Can the right hon. Gentleman explain why last Friday on a Private Member's Bill dealing with the temperance question for Scotland the Government could not see their way to giving hon. Members a free hand as to referring it to the Scottish Grand Committee rather than a Committee of the Whole House.

* MR. SPEAKER

The hon. Member is reviving the debate of last week.