Mr Noel Billing
Former MP for Hertford
Former MP for Hertford
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Before the right hon. Gentleman replies, as he seems likely to do, he might let us know why we should have these books. If the War Office, in their wisdom, think it is desirable to have registration of motor vehicles for any possible offensive measures by our present Allies, or potential enemies, then personally I daresay that is quite all right. But I do not think we ought to go that way...
I know the hon. and gallant Gentleman referred to watches. There are, however, two things which this Committee has a right to ask, and the first is, what is the real reason for the introduction of these registration books? I think there should be a gradual reduction of bureaucratic control. I suppose the only effect of this proposal will be that it will provide jobs for at least another 500...
Is that paper the title to the possession of the car, and would it be illegal to drive a car which one has purchased unless one has that title to it?
Former MP for Hertford
Entered the House of Commons on 9 March 1916 — unknown
Left the House of Commons on 27 May 1921 — unknown
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