HC Deb 21 May 1924 vol 173 c2191
47. Sir WALTER de FRECE

asked the Prime Minister if he can now make any statement as to the official legislation which the Government intends to endeavour to pass into law before the Summer Recess?

The PRIME MINISTER

No, Sir. It would be impossible for any Government to make such a statement at this stage of the Session.

Sir W. de FRECE

Will it be possible to give the information before the Recess?

The PRIME MINISTER

There is a usual time for making these melancholy announcements.

Mr. PRINGLE

Can the right hon. Gentleman give any idea as to when the Summer Recess will be?

The PRIME MINISTER

I hope when summer comes.

Mr. PRINGLE

Does the Prime Minister intend to adhere to the view frequently expressed by Members of the Labour party that the House should rise before 31st July?

The PRIME MINISTER

I should like it very much if the House would do so.