On Tuesday's Liberal amendment, in spite of the able and
moderate opening speech from Major Lloyd George, in spite of the fiery eloquence of Sir Archibald Sinclair, pride of place on the Opposition side must go to Sir Arthur Salter. He-is the only man outside the Government who gives any assurance that he could undertake the detailed work of administration as well as anyone in the Government, and better than most. " There are certain matters," he said, in relation to planning before a slump, " upon which it is not possible to procrastinate to the last moment, and improvise at the last moment." Earl Winterton did not answer Sir Arthur. But he made a fiery speech, recalled Edwardian days when he was the first and only member who supported Imperial Preference, compared Lloyd George (senior) to the Grand Mufti, and sent the Government supporters happily through the division lobby. * * * *
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