Former MP for Plymouth, Devonport
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As we speak so much about equality between men and women, may I pay a tribute to the Mother of the House, my hon. Friend the Member for Tynemouth (Dame Irene Ward), for the courageous work she has always carried out in the House and for the excellent way in which she has served her constituency?
What does the clause mean in subparagraphs (i) and (ii) when it says: register of electors to be used at the election (as first published)"? What does "first published" mean? Does it relate to the "A" and "C" registers? I believe that the new register comes in on either 15th or 16th of this month.
Will my hon. and learned Friend answer the serious point which I raised?
Former MP for Plymouth, Devonport
Entered the House of Commons on 26 May 1955 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 8 February 1974 — General election
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