HC Deb 28 February 1927 vol 203 c28
47. Mr. BECKETT

asked the Prime Minister whether he will consider introducing legislation to provide a remedy for constituencies where the elected Member does not attend Parliament for a period of 12 months, offer adequate reason for such non-attendance, or apply for the Chiltern Hundreds or some similar office?

The PRIME MINISTER

I see no reason for introducing legislation as suggested by the hon. Member.

Mr. BECKETT

Is it possible that the results of recent by-elections have influenced the right hon. Gentleman in that opinion?

The PRIME MINISTER

It is a much wider question than that. The real remedy rests in the hands of the constituents of hon. Members.

Mr. BECKETT

Will the Prime Minister use his influence with the hon. and gallant Member for Bosworth (Captain Gee)?