Prorogation of Parliament.

Poverty Bay Standard, Volume I, Issue 210, 15 August 1884, Page 2

Prorogation of Parliament.

THE QUEEN’S SPEECH. [Reuter’s Telegrams.] London, August 14. Parliament was formally prorogued to-day by Commission. The Queen’s speech was read by the Lord Chancellor, who expressed regret that several important measures which had been introduced had failed to become law. He states that the friendliest intercourse continues to be maintained with the various powers, and alludes to the resumption of diplomatic relations with the Mexican Republic. He lamented the failure of the Conference on Egyptian affairs, and added that Government will continue to fulfil with fidelity their duties arising out of the presence of British troops in the Nile valley. The special mission of Earl Northbrook to Egypt will, it is believed, materially aid Her Majesty’s counsellors on Egyptian questions, and future steps to be taken in that country. Regret is expressed that Zululand outside the reserve territory is now in a disturbed state. Allusion was made to the improvement which is manifest in Ireland, and to the prospects of an abundant harvest throughout the Kingdom. The speech announced that Parliament will be called together again in the autumn, and concludes by saying that the prevailing loyalty to the Throne and respect shown to the law inspire the belief that the national aim is to pursue a course of order and moderation, and there was every appearance of a settlement which will prove conducive to the happiness and liberty of the people and the strength of the Empire.