§ 54. Mr. J. M. HENDERSONasked whether arrangements can be made to pay the salaries of Ministers and Members of the House partly in cash and partly in Exchequer Bonds?
§ The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Montagu)As regards Ministers, I would refer to the answer given to the hon. Member for London University on the 29th ultimo; as regards Members, the question is one for the consideration of the authorities of the House, and perhaps my hon. Friend would consult with them.
§ Mr. HOGGEWill the right hon. Gentleman explain what he means by "this is a question for the consideration of the authorities of the House"? Is it not a question for the House itself?
§ Mr. MONTAGUWhat I meant was that if a Member of the House of Commons desires that his salary should be paid in a particular way, the proper course is to apply to the proper authorities of the House and state his wishes.