§ Mr. PETOasked the hon. Member for the Stroud Division, as representing the Charity Commissioners, whether it is proposed to bring in a Bill incorporating a scheme for the consolidation of the Derby charities on the line of the Norwich Charities Bill of last Session; and, if so, when it will be introduced?
§ Mr. C. P. ALLENA Bill has been drafted for the purpose indicated by the hon. Member, but no date can be assigned for its introduction.
§ Mr. PETOIs the hon. Member aware there is strong opposition in Derby on behalf of the laity and clergy to this proposal?
§ Mr. C. P. ALLENIf there is great opposition, the Bill cannot go through.