HC Deb 02 June 1927 vol 207 c542
49. Mr. BECKETT

asked the Prime Minister when it is intended to introduce the proposed Suffrage Bill; and when it is likely to become operative?

Mr. CHURCHILL

I would refer the hon. Member to the answer given by the Prime Minister on the 13th April in reply to a question by the hon. Member for Leicester, West, to which he has nothing to add.

Mr. BECKETT

Does the right hon. Gentleman not think that a concession of this kind is much more valuable if it is done graciously and swiftly?

Mr. CHURCHILL

I do not think I am called upon to express any opinion upon that.

Viscountess ASTOR

Is it not a fact that a great many people are disappointed—

Mr. DEPUTY-SPEAKER

I have already called the next question.

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