Representation of the People (Parliamentary Constituencies)

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 26 Ionawr 1955.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Mr William Warbey Mr William Warbey , Broxtowe 12:00, 26 Ionawr 1955

The right hon. and gallant Gentleman has spoken as if Rule 5 contains a principle of numerical equality, but Rule 5 does nothing of the sort. It simply says that the Commission must avoid "excessive numerical disparity." It can only do that by taking into account other considerations.