§ Lord APSLEYI beg to move,
That this House is of opinion that His Majesty's Government should make every effort to stimulate and assist every suitable form of migration and settlement within the Empire.I am afraid that the three minutes left is rather a short time to discuss an all-embracing question such as that of migration and settlement within the Empire. I had rather hoped that any debate which might arise on this Motion would be regarded as the preamble to a very much fuller debate at a later time. I confess that I had looked forward very much to some of the speeches that I should hear from both sides of the House on this question, which is one which I should hope will be discussed fully. It has aroused considerable interest, not only in this country, where it is arousing a great deal more day by day—the foundation being set—but also in the Dominions overseas, Any statements on this subject which are made in this House will be noted with considerable interest by all those responsible for making public opinions in the Empire. Therefore, I think it would serve no useful purpose if we attempt to discuss this question in the course of the now remaining half minute. I hope that hon. Members will in the meantime give this question their very earnest consideration, and will consult their constituents, and the many people who will probably write to them on this question, so that when the time arrives to discuss the matter 1866 more fully in this House they will come and give their views, and state their questions and their doubts with a view to serving the purpose at which we aim.
§ It being Eleven of the Clock, the Debate stood adjourned.