HC Deb 21 April 1913 vol 52 c31 P
57. Colonel BURN

asked the Prime Minister if he will give facilities during this Session for the passage of the Mental Deficiency Bill through all its stages?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The Government intend to proceed with the Bill, and hope to pass it this Session.

Colonel BURN

Does the right hon. Gentleman mean that time will be given to pass this measure through all its stages?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

Yes.

Major HOPE

Does the answer also apply to the Scottish Bill?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

I am not quite sure about that.

Mr. GOLDSMITH

Can the right hon. Gentleman state when the Second Reading of the Bill will be taken?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

I cannot say.