HC Deb 10 April 1866 vol 182 c1075

Resolutions [April 9] reported.

THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER

I wish, in order to prevent any misunderstanding upon the subject, to explain an observation made last night in reference to Claremont House. Claremont will not by the effect of the proposed Resolutions be added to the list of the Royal Palaces, as that would entail a large expenditure and the necessity for an annual Vote to meet that expenditure; whereas no such Vote is contemplated. The effect of the clauses will simply be to place Claremont at the disposal of her Majesty, to make whatever use of it She may think fit, either during her lifetime or during such shorter period as She may think proper.

Resolutions agreed to.

Bill ordered to be brought in by Mr. CHANCELLOR of the Exchequer and Mr. CHILDERS.

Bill presented, and read the first time. [Bill 98.]