51. Mr. PONSONBYasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that there is a general desire for the discussion by this House of the projected reforms in the foreign services before any scheme is finally adopted; and whether he will give an assurance that a day will be given for the Foreign Office Vote between Easter and Whitsuntide?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWIt is proposed to take the Foreign Office Vote on the first Supply day after Easter in order that the topic referred to by the hon. Member may be discussed, unless it is the general desire of the House that some other Vote should be taken on that day.
§ Mr. NOEL BUXTONWould the Prime Minister receive a deputation on this subject representing all parties in the House of Commons?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWI cannot answer that without consulting the Prime Minister.