§ Mr. Sorensenasked the Attorney-General if he will consider the introduction of legislation making it illegal on the part of any lessor or landlord to refuse a lease 198W or tenancy to anyone because of their colour; and to make void any restriction of that character in existing contracts or agreements.
§ The Attorney-GeneralI hope that public opinion will soon be strong enough to prevent this deplorable kind of racial discrimination, for this would be more effective than any legislation that could be devised. Meanwhile, however, the question whether anything can be done by legislation on the lines suggested by the hon. Member is under consideration.