HC Deb 05 April 1922 vol 152 cc2231-2
48. Lieut.-Colonel ASHLEY

asked the Lord Privy Seal when the Government propose to introduce their Resolutions concerning the reform of the House of Lords?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

As was announced in another place yesterday, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs intends to introduce the Resolutions as soon after his return from Genoa as can be conveniently arranged.

Lieut.-Colonel ASHLEY

Do we understand that the Resolutions are to be initiated in the House of Lords, and not here?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I hope my hon. and gallant Friend has understood that. It was stated in plain terms at the very beginning of the Session.

Lieut.-Colonel MURRAY

Will Resolutions be introduced in this House after those Resolutions have been discussed in the House of Lords?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

We will decide that at the proper time.