HC Deb 21 May 1910 vol 116 c390
85. Mr. SPENCER

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he can take any action to secure for Members of this House travelling on railways and holding season tickets the privilege of travelling on alternate lines?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

Regulations, of which I am sending the hon. Gentleman a copy, are in operation in. regard to the interavailability of season tickets, and I am afraid that I cannot secure their modification in favour of Members of Parliament.

Major WOOD

In view of the desirability of hon. Members being able to keep in close touch with their constituents; will the hon. Gentleman consider the desirability of giving them free passes?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

I will represent to the proper authorities the desire expressed by my hon. and gallant Friend.

Lieut.-Colonel A. MURRAY

Will the Leader of the House give it his personal consideration?

Mr. INSKIP

Has the hon. Gentleman's attention been called to a statement in the papers to-day that the Government have arrived at a decision in this matter, and free passes will be granted? Is that correct?

Colonel THORNE

I see the Leader of the House shaking his head. That means "No."

Lieut -Colonel MURRAY

Will the Leader of the House give this matter his personal consideration?

Mr. BONAR LAW

Yes, I cars promise that