HC Deb 23 June 1925 vol 185 c1291
46. Mr. WHEATLEY

asked the Prime Minister what steps the Government propose to take to deal with the serious increase in unemployment?

The PRIME MINISTER (Mr. Baldwin)

This is not a matter which can be dealt with by question and answer. A full statement, however, will be made of the Government's proposals when the Ministry of Labour Vote is taken.

Mr. WHEATLEY

Does not the right hon. Gentleman remember that no question of legislation can be discussed on such a Vote; and does not the alarming increase in the number of unemployed during the past fortnight justify us in expecting from him some statement as to what steps are being considered by the Government?

The PRIME MINISTER

The whole question demands a Debate in this House and you shall have it.

Mr. RAMSAY MacDONALD

In view of the seriousness of the situation, will the Government give us a day next week for a Vote of Censure on the subject?

The PRIME MINISTER

That must be asked for through usual channels.