HC Deb 29 July 1942 vol 382 cc653-6
Mr. Denman (Second Church Estates Commissioner)

I beg to move, That, in accordance with the Church of England Assembly (Powers) Act, 1919, this House do direct that the Loans (Postponement of Repayment) Measure, 1942, be presented to His Majesty for Royal Assent.

Colonel Sir George Courthope (Rye)

I beg to second the Motion.

Mr. Stephen (Glasgow, Camlachie)

I was a little unfortunate, Sir, in not catch-your eye earlier. I desired to ask if the Government had not a statement to make, in view of the very big vote against them, as to what they intended to do and whether they were going to take the same course as was taken by a previous Government and we might expect their resignation. The figures were much the same.

Mr. Maxton (Glasgow, Bridgeton)

We have seen a somewhat extraordinary spectacle when over 60 supporters of the Government have enrolled themselves against the Government proposal. May I ask if the Leader of the House is going to make a statement informing the House as to their intention?

Mr. Speaker

The Motion before the House has to do with the Church of England Assembly.

Mr. Maxton

I have no desire to impede that very important Measure. Perhaps I shall be in Order afterwards.

Question put, and agreed to.

The remaining Orders were read, and postponed.

It being after the hour appointed for the Adjournment of the House, Mr. SPEAKER adjourned the House without Question put, pursuant to the Standing Order.