45. Sir H. ROBERTSasked the Prime Minister whether he is in a position to make any statement with reference to the representations which have been made to him urging such an amendment of the Intoxicating Liquors (Temporary Restriction) Act as will vest in the licensing justices full discretion with regard to the reduction of hours of sale on licensed premises; and whether, in view of the present circumstances in which the country is placed, the Government propose to take administrative action for the curtailment of drinking facilities?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI must refer my hon. Friend to the answer which I gave yesterday to the questions put by my hon. Friends the Members for East Denbigh and East Edinburgh.
§ Mr. RAFFANIn view of the importance of this matter, will the right hon. Gentleman make a statement before the House adjourns?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI will consider that.