HC Deb 13 July 1914 vol 64 c1490
50. Mr. ARTHUR HENDERSON

asked the Prime Minister whether he is now in a position to state when the inquiry into the use of troops in times of civil disturbance is to be instituted; and the nature and composition of the body to be appointed?

The PRIME MINISTER

It is intended to appoint a Select Committee of the House of Commons to inquire into this matter. The terms of reference have been drawn up and arrangements, which will, I hope, be shortly concluded, are being made through the usual channels for its establishment.

Mr. RAMSAY MACDONALD

May we have the terms of reference, or are they not yet fixed?

The PRIME MINISTER

Yes, I will give them.

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