HC Deb 25 February 1924 vol 170 c35
44. Mr. T. JOHNSTON

asked the Prime Minister if he can now state the intentions of the Government regarding the question of free railway passes between the House and the constituencies represented by hon. Members; and if he is aware that while some Members may now reach their constituencies on payment of a few pence other Members are compelled to spend from £5 to £10?

Captain BERKELEY

Before this question is answered, Mr. Speaker, may I point out that it anticipates a question put down by me on Tuesday last. It was postponed at the request of the Minister until to-morrow, and is on the Order Paper for to-morrow.

Mr. SPEAKER

I am afraid that I cannot interfere with the question being asked.

The PRIME MINISTER

I am aware of the fact mentioned in my hon. Friend's question and I regard it as an anomaly that ought to be removed if possible. I am having the subject re-examined, and if my hon. Friend would repeat his question this day fortnight I may be in a position to report some progress.