HC Deb 05 August 1859 vol 155 c1087

Order for Committee read.

House in Committee.

THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER

explained that the object of it was to provide for re-verifying at certain periods the standard weights and measures kept in the counties and boroughs by comparing them with the original standards kept in the Exchequer. It was suggested, however, that the period should be extended in the case of boroughs from three to five years, and in the case of counties from six to ten years.

MR. JOHN LOCKE

agreed to this Amendment.

Bill passed through Committee.

House resumed.

Bill reported.