§ 46. Mr. HAYESasked the Prime Minister whether it is proposed to introduce the Bill granting the franchise to women on the same terms as men before the next General Election?
§ The PRIME MINISTERThe whole question is under the consideration of the Government.
§ Mr. HAYESIn view of the great necessity for a General Election, does not the right hon. Gentleman think that this matter should be dealt with?
Viscountess ASTORIs the Prime Minister aware that the women certainly understood that it was a pledge given by him at the last election?
§ The PRIME MINISTERPerhaps the Noble Lady will read my answer when it is in print.
§ Captain WEDGWOOD BENNDoes it mean that the Government will adhere to the pledge during the life of this Parliament?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI must refer the hon. and gallant Member to the answer which I have just given.