§ Mr. CROFTasked 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 MINISTERThe answer is in the negative.
§ Mr. CROFTMay 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. SPEAKERThat is in the nature of a speech.
§ Mr. CLYNESMay I ask whether he has considered that the House of Lords has been reformed?
§ Mr. REMNANTMay I ask whether he thinks the country will accept his suggestions for reform?
§ Mr. SPEAKERThose are all hypothetical questions.