§ Mr. CARR-GOMMasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he proposes to appoint a gentleman acquainted with London local government upon the Local Taxation Committee in view of the answer sent to him by the London County Council on this subject?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEThe answer is in the affirmative.
§ Mr. WEDGWOODWill it be Mr. Harper?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEI do not think the time has yet come to mention a particular name.
§ Mr. HARRISOn what ground of public policy have the Government declined to appoint a gentleman best qualified by knowledge and experience to represent London interests in this matter?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEI think it is for the Government to consider what person is best qualified to represent London.