§ 52. Mr. WILLIAM THORNEasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that many thousands of workmen out of employment in consequence of the War crisis will be compelled to seek Poor Law relief; and if it is the intention of the Government to issue a special Order to prevent disfranchisement in cases where relief is given?
§ The PRESIDENT of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD (Mr. Herbert Samuel)My right hon. Friend has asked me to reply to this question. Relief received since 15th July last will not affect the Parliamentary registers of voters for 1915. The hon. Member's suggestion will be further considered before the registers for 1916 are prepared.