HC Deb 26 March 1946 vol 421 cc206-7
46. Mrs. Ganley

asked the Prime Minister whether he will raise the question of the nationality of married women at the Imperial Conference.

The Prime Minister

The forthcoming meeting will not be a full Imperial Conference, but a personal meeting of Prime Ministers to discuss certain questions of major policy. In these circumstances this meeting would not afford a suitable opportunity for raising the question of the nationality of married women.

Mr. Peter Freeman

Is it not a fact that this matter has already been settled by South Africa, by themselves on their own initiative? Would it not be possible for this country to do the same?

The Prime Minister

It might be, but it would not be advisable.

Mr. Erroll

Could not the right hon. Gentleman institute inquiries into the matter and get something moving?

The Prime Minister

That has been considered. It does need consultation with our Dominions.