HC Deb 27 May 1919 vol 116 c1016
49. Major NEWMAN

asked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that a Supplementary Estimate of more than £26,000,000 has been presented to the House in respect of increased salaries and other advantages to those engaged in the getting of coal; whether an opportunity to debate this Estimate will be afforded in the near future; and will the Estimate be taken in Committee of the Whole House or by a Standing Committee?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The Estimate has been presented to the House in the usual way, and has been referred to the Standing Committee.

Major NEWMAN

Does that mean that it will not be debated here but upstairs?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I should think that is the probable meaning.