HC Deb 13 March 1912 vol 35 cc1085-6
Mr. CHIOZZA MONEY

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will state the result of the recent Referendum to the Swiss people on the subject of National Insurance?

Mr. ACLAND

The Federal Bill for insurance against sickness and accidents was accepted by a majority of nearly 50,000 out of a total of nearly 525,000 votes.

Mr. JAMES HOPE

May I ask the hon. Gentleman if he can say whether this has passed the Federal Legislature?

Mr. ACLAND

No, Sir, I am afraid I cannot. I would ask the hon. Member to give notice of the question.

Mr. CASSEL

Is the hon. Gentleman aware whether the Swiss scheme is voluntary or compulsory, and also whether there are any Post Office contributors?

Mr. SPEAKER

The hon. Member should put that question on the Paper.