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39 We can easily visualise the Commons, in their own way, saying to the House of Industry: “We cannot accept this measure in its present form for the following reasons. . . . We know that our rejection may cause serious difficulties, which we regret. It is for you, however, to find a way out consistent with functional harmony. Overcome our reasons for rejection and we shall be glad.”

The situation here presented suggests two Chambers definitely separated, but such need not be the case. There might be, for example, a joint Legislative Committee, which could and would smooth out possible constitutional difficulties. Then again there should be formal liaison between the three Estates, possibly through Cabinet representation. And there are a dozen sound reasons why the Treasury should be represented upon the governing bodies of both the Houses of Industry and Culture.

There is yet another proposal coming from another quarter. “‘Why not,” it is asked, “‘enlarge the Privy Council by adding to-it distinguished men and women from every walk of life, and so constituting a Senate? This Senate might act as the recognised Moderator in the inception and coordination of national legislative functions.”

It is highly probable that the Commons would be most intrigued with proposed measures from the House of Culture. When we remember that both education and medicine enter more consciously into our daily lives than highly complicated economic problems, we may be sure that the House of Commons would be quick to react to cultural