HC Deb 05 February 1918 vol 101 c2083
48. Mr. LYNCH

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the delays that have already occurred in regard to the Titles Deprivation Act, 1917, he will give the House an assurance that the objects of the Act will be carried out with as little delay as possible; and whether he can name any limit of time, or whether he can give an assurance that the matter will be dealt with before the termination of the War?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I can add nothing to previous replies, except to say that the proceedings under the Act are being carried out without any unnecessary delay.

Mr. BILLING

Will the right hon. Gentleman lay upon the Table of the House a list of the persons concerned?

Mr. BONAR LAW

In answer to a question I gave such a list.

Mr. LYNCH

Is the Government really in earnest about this matter?

Mr. BONAR LAW

It has now become an Act of Parliament.