HC Deb 16 February 1931 vol 248 cc874-5
60. Miss PICTON-TURBERVILL

asked the First Commissioner of Works whether it would be possible for him to arrange for the Women Members' Room to be on the same floor as the House?

Mr. LANSBURY

I am afraid that I myself am unable to suggest where the accommodation suggested can be found. If, however, my hon. Friend is able to put forward any specific suggestion, I will see that it receives consideration.

Mr. C. WILLIAMS

Can we have the benefit of a Royal Commission on this subject?

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Now that sex equality has been established, cannot the right hon. Gentleman agree to the suggestion made by the hon. Member?

Mr. LANSBURY

If the hon. Member will tell me where there is a room to be found, I will consider it.

Mr. ERNEST BROWN

Is it not a fact that the women Members have an advantage over the ordinary private Members of the House in having a room of their own?