The Parliamentary Programme The Cabinet this week have begun their
task of settling the terms of the King's Speech at the opening, on November 3rd, of the new session of Parliament. Prominent mention is certain to be given to the future of the coal industry, and a Bill dealing with amalgama- tions will, be introduced at an early date to take the place of the measure withdrawn by the Government at the end of last session. There will be provision for the unification of mining royalties. Future legislation is also likely to include a Factory Bill and a measure to deal with bogus clubs. It has already been announced that Mr. Elliot will bring forward proposals for an import tax on foreign beef. But what the House of Commons will await with particular interest is the form in which the new campaign for physical fitness will be presented for their consideration. Mr. Chamberlain's statement at Margate as to the urgency of this problem has received widespread support and there is a general demand for early action.
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