HC Deb 23 June 1925 vol 185 c1292
48. Mr. THURTLE

asked the Prime Minister if, in view of the national importance of the matter, he can see his way clear to give the House an opportunity of directing that maternity centres provided at the cost of public funds should be free to give information on birth control to such married women as may desire it?

The PRIME MINISTER

In the present state of public business it will be impossible to find time for this, unless an opportunity should arise on the Estimates of the Ministry of Health.

Mr. THURTLE

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is a very general desire in all parts of the House that this question should be discussed at an early date. [HON. MEMBERS: "No!"]

Viscountess ASTOR

Is the Prime Minister aware that this is a most controversial subject?

Mr. SPEAKER

The matter cannot now be debated.