HC Deb 12 December 1911 vol 32 cc2135-6
Mr. CROFT

asked the Prime Minister whether it is the intention of the Government to proceed with a Bill for the reform of the House of Lords next Session before the introduction of the Home Rule Bill?

The PRIME MINISTER

The answer is in the negative.

Mr. CROFT

May I ask whereas a distinct mandate was given for the reform of the House of Lords and the question brooked no delay, how it is consistent with his pledge of honour——

Mr. SPEAKER

That is in the nature of a speech.

Mr. CLYNES

May I ask whether he has considered that the House of Lords has been reformed?

Mr. REMNANT

May I ask whether he thinks the country will accept his suggestions for reform?

Mr. SPEAKER

Those are all hypothetical questions.