HC Deb 14 October 1908 vol 194 c320
MR. WEDGWOOD

I beg to ask the Prime Minister when it is intended to introduce the Land Valuation Bill for England.

MR. ASQUITH

After full consideration the Government have come to the conclusion that as no effective progress could be made with the Bill this year, it will be better to postpone its introduction until next session.

MR. WEDGWOOD

reminded the right hon. Gentleman that several promises were given before the holidays that this Bill should be dealt with this session. What was the reason for the altered decision?

MR. ASQUITH

replied that one was the regrettable indisposition of the President of the Local Government Board, which lasted for over a month.