HC Deb 08 November 1916 vol 87 c205
79. Mr. LYNCH

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now name a date for the introduction of the Bill dealing with the case of enemy princes who are Members of the House of Lords?

The PRIME MINISTER

I hope this Bill will be introduced in another place very soon, but I am afraid I cannot yet name the precise date.

83. Mr. LYNCH

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the fact that? certain princes of German nationality have become Members of the House of Lords by virtue of their birth as princes of the Royal Family here, he will promote legislation restricting membership of the House of Lords to those who are esteemed, as may be ascertained by a joint vote of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, to have rendered exceptional services to the country?

The PRIME MINISTER

No, Sir; I do not think this is a practicable suggestion.

Mr. LYNCH

Does not the right hon. Gentleman's reply really throw ridicule on the whole principle of democracy?

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