§ 40. Mr. T. SMITHasked the Home Secretary whether, now that the final Report of the Royal Commission on Local Government has been received, it is proposed to proceed with those petitions of incorporation which have been before the Privy Council for some considerable time and held up pending the final Report or whether they will have to await new legislation?
§ Mr. CLYNESI understand that the question is at present under consideration by my right hon. Friend, the Lord President of the Council.
§ Mr. D. G. SOMERVILLEWhen may we expect a statement from the Government on the matter?
§ Mr. CLYNESIf, later on, a question is put down, I will do my best to supply an answer.
§ Mr. SOMERVILLENext week?
§ Mr. CLYNESProbably.