SHOPS (EARLY CLOSING) BILL.

HC Deb 20 November 1919 vol 121 cc1165-6W

Mr. PENNEFATHER

asked the Home Secretary what further steps he proposes to take in regard to the Shops (Early Closing) Bill?

Mr. SHORTT

The Bill referred to is a private Member's Bill, and, while the Government are in full sympathy with the general objects of the Bill, they have not, as the question seems to imply, undertaken any responsibility in regard to it. The question of special facilities would be one for the Leader of the House; but I fear it is impossible in present circumstances to find time for it.