HC Deb 02 April 1917 vol 92 cc906-7
68. Mr. BILLING

asked the Prime Minister whether he will consider the advisability of the House going into Secret Session at the earliest possible opportunity?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The Government will consider this proposal after the House reassembles.

Mr. BILLING

Will the right hon. Gentleman state whether we shall be able to discuss all questions in a Secret Session, or shall we be limited to any particular questions?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I rather think that in a Secret Session anyone called upon by the Speaker can discuss pretty much what the Speaker allows him.

Sir F. LOWE

I would like to ask the right hon. Gentleman whether it is generally considered that the last Secret Session in this House was a success or otherwise?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I cannot answer that question.