HC Deb 05 February 1913 vol 47 cc2197-8
51. Mr. HOGGE

asked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that the statement of the number of vacant pulpits in the Free Church of Scotland, taken from public information supplied by the Reverend Professor J. K. Cameron, M.A., principal clerk of the General Assembly of that Church, is denied by the Free Church authorities; and will he consider the ad- visability of appointing a Committee to inquire what is the true state of affairs, with a view to further legislation on the allocation of trust funds under the Churches (Scotland) Act, 1905?

The PRIME MINISTER

In reply to the first part of the question, I understand that the Free Church authorities dispute the inferences drawn by my hon. Friend from the statement in question. I am not, as at present advised, prepared to promise a new inquiry, but I am not to be taken as saying that such an inquiry may not become expedient.

Mr. HOGGE

I beg to give notice that I will draw attention to the matter on the Adjournment of the House.