HC Deb 22 February 1912 vol 34 c741
Sir HILDRED CARLILE

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether he proposes to introduce this Session his Bill for dealing with improper literature; and whether time will be allotted to it in the Government programme?

Mr. McKENNA

I propose to introduce this Bill, and I hope that time may be found to pass it.

Mr. WEDGWOOD

Do the Government propose to set up a censorship of books as well as of plays?

Mr. McKENNA

No. It is not proposed to censor anything.

Mr. KING

Would it be desirable to restrict improper language of all kinds?