HC Deb 14 May 1936 vol 312 cc559-60
67. Sir DOUGLAS THOMSON

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury what discount, if any, the Government get off the published fares, single, tourist return, and monthly return, on railway tickets issued to Members of Parliament?

Captain MARGESSON

I have been asked to reply. No discount is received in respect of railway tickets issued to Members of the House in exchange for Parliamentary vouchers.

Sir D. THOMSON

Will my right hon. and gallant Friend make representations, in view of the fact that business firms receive considerable discounts in connection with bulk travel facilities?

Captain MARGESSON

I will make representations, but I hardly think it would be desirable for the House to seek to obtain from the companies anything which might be construed as a favour.