HC Deb 20 April 1915 vol 71 cc176-7
55. Mr. KING

asked the Prime Minister whether he will give undertakings that during the continuance of the War the assent of the Crown shall not be given to any recommendations made by the Convocations in connection with the Letters of Business, and that any legislative proposals relating thereto, or to the creation of fresh bishoprics, shall be treated as controversial?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

My right, hon. Friend is informed that there is little prospect of the reply to the Royal Letter of Business being submitted at an early date. He is quite unaware what recommendations it will contain, and therefore, while adhering to his pledge as to the introduction by the Government of controversial legislation, he can only say that each question when it arises must be considered on its merits.