HC Deb 09 July 1913 vol 55 cc407-8
54. Mr. SHERWELL

asked the Prime Minister if it is still the intention of the Government to proceed with the Industrial and Provident Societies (Amendment) Bill during the present Session; and, if not, whether, in view of the inconvenience and hardships caused to thousands of members of such societies by the existing provisions as to nomination, he will give facilities for passing Clause 6 of the Bill into law during the present Session?

The PRIME MINISTER

I am very sympathetic in this matter, but I can at present only refer my hon. Friend to the reply which I gave on 30th June last to the hon. Member for Norwich. I will consider the matter.

64. Mr. LEACH

asked the President of the Board of Trade, if it is the intention of the Government to carry the Industrial and Provident Societies (Amendment) this Session; and is he aware of the unrest and anxiety this subject is causing among industrious workmen?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Masterman)

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer which has just been given to the hon. Member for Huddersfield by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister.