IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT

Press, Volume XLVIL, Issue 7719, 26 November 1890, Page 5

IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT

__ m THE QUEEN'S SPEECH. A DISSOLUTION POSSIBLE. [EBB _ BKS3 A-SOOIATIOII.) Received November 25th, 8 p.m. London, November 24. The forecast of the Queen's speech to be delivered at tho opening of Parliament states that foreign affair- are in a very satisfactory condition, and that the modus vivendi has been arranged with Portugal with respect to Eastern Africa. It is noticed that a satisfactory settlement is proposed between France and Newfoundland re the fisheries dispute, and also with Italy with regard to African territory. The Speech goes on to say that a great improvement has taken place in the condition of Ireland, and the Government intend to alleviate the distress caused by the blight in the potato districts. Among the legislation promised are the Tithes Bill, the Irish Land Purchase Bill, and a Bill giving assistance to education in private schools. The following measures will also be introduced if opportunity presents itself:—lrish Local Government Bill, Public Health Bill, Saving Bank for Friendly Societies Bill, Employers' Liability Bill, a Bill to provide for District Councils in England and Wales, and a Bill to facilitate the purchase of small holdings. Received November 26th. 1 am. London, November 25. There is an impression that the forecast of the speech from the Throne indicates a dissolution programme. The Speaker of tbe House of Commons is indisposed, and will be unable to attend the opening. Mr W. H Smith resumes the leadership in the House.