HC Deb 09 March 1922 vol 151 cc1465-6
30. Sir HARRY BRITTAIN

asked the Prime Minister whether, following the example of other European countries, he can see his way to introduce legislation for the purpose of making voting at elections compulsory on the part of those who are entitled to that privilege?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

No, Sir. I do not think that the adoption of my hon. Friend's proposal is desirable.

Sir H. BRITTAIN

Is the right hon. Gentleman not aware that this system works perfectly well in certain countries of Europe, and is the only way to get at the real wishes of the electors?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

No. I was not aware of that.