HC Deb 01 July 1914 vol 64 c357
48. Mr. J. HOGGE

asked whether it is the intention of the Government to make provision for the payment of returning officers' expenses by the State before the next General Election; and, if so, by what means and when?

The PRIME MINISTER

The Government do not propose to make any such provision during the present Session. I cannot indicate what may be the intentions of the Government with regard to next Session.

Mr. SNOWDEN

Is the Prime Minister aware that about eight years ago a Resolution in favour of this being done at once was passed unanimously by this House?

The PRIME MINISTER

Yes, Sir.