HC Deb 16 February 1920 vol 125 c515
66. Sir E. CARSON

asked the Lord Privy Seal, when it is intended to restore the right of trial by jury in civil cases; and whether any reason now exists for depriving the subjects of this long established right which was suspended during the War.

Mr. BONAR LAW

As my right hon. Friend knows, the present position will come to an end six months after the termination of the War, and the Government do not think that in these circumstances special legislation is necessary. There are provisions now which enable a jury to be empannelled in special circumstances.

Captain REDMOND

Does the right hon. Gentleman's answer apply to Ireland?

Mr. BONAR LAW

It applies to whatever part of the country the Bill operates in.

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