§ SIR JOHN LUBBOCK (University of London)I beg to ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether Her Majesty's Government propose to take any, and if so what, steps this year with reference to the withdrawal of the light gold coins now in circulation?
THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER (Mr. GOSOHEN,) St. George's, Hanover SquareIt would be impossible to introduce this Session a Bill for carrying out a complete scheme; but I am anxious to make a beginning, and I should like to pass a measure during the present Session, withdrawing light sovereigns issued previous to the present reign, which, I hope, will arouse no controversy. Of course, if it met with any opposition the Bill could not be proceeded with.