HC Deb 28 April 1914 vol 61 c1519
47. Mr. GODFREY LOCKER-LAMPSON

asked the Prime Minister whether he will give an opportunity for the discussion of the question of payment of Members before the Vote is eventually passed?

The PRIME MINISTER

This is a matter for arrangement through the usual channels.

Mr. SANDYS

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that we have never had an adequate opportunity of discussing this principle? Is the payment to be voted automatically each year?

The PRIME MINISTER

If there is a general desire expressed for discussion through the usual channels, I shall be very glad to give effect to it.

Sir WILLIAM BYLES

When the first Vote was passed, was not a promise given that this subject should come up for discussion every year?

The PRIME MINISTER

I am not sure how that is; but I am not only willing but anxious that the matter should come up for discussion if and when the desire is expressed.

Mr. KELLAWAY

Does the right hon. Gentleman mean when he says through the usual channels any special reference to the eight Members of the. House who alone have refused to accept their salaries?