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Sir John Gilmour
asked the Lord President of the Council whether, when setting up his provisional review of forthcoming parliamentary procedures this autumn, he will ensure that it is able to consider, in the interests of efficiency and productivity, a reduction in the membership of the House of Commons by at least 20 per cent.
Mr. Edward Short
I have noted the hon. Member's suggestion, but I do not accept its implications.