HC Deb 08 December 1943 vol 395 cc960-1
36. Mr. McEntee

asked the Minister of Information whether he is aware that a publication which was issued for many years called "The Parliamentary Gazette," is not now published; and as it contained information in regard to Questions, columns spoken, Divisions figures, &c., which was useful to Members and others, will he take steps to make available to Members either by having a similar publication issued or by other means the information which was contained in the publication named?

The Minister of Information (Mr. Brendan Bracken)

"The Parliamentary Gazette" was a product of private enterprise. A large part of the information given in it is still accessible in other books of reference. Information concerning the length of speeches made by hon. Members or their persistence in asking Questions would no doubt be interesting, but I could not justify the expenditure of taxpayers money for such a purpose.