18 FEBRUARY 1911, Page 3

On Thursday Mr. Asquith's motion taking over the whole time

of the House until April 13th was carried by a majority of 78. He announced that only one day would be given to the first reading of the Parliament Bill, which is to be taken on Tuesday. Without undue curtailment of discussion, the Bill might be sent to the Lords in May. Thus a decision would be reached before the Coronation. Up till Friday no indica- tion had been given as to whether the Bill will be the old Bill pure and simple, or whether any modifications have been or will be made in its details.