HC Deb 02 March 1893 vol 9 c914

Bill considered in Committee.

(In the Committee.)

Question proposed, "That Clause 1 stand part of the Bill."

THE SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY (Sir J. T. HIBBERT,) Oldham

The object of this Bill is to continue the powers obtained by the late Chancellor of the Exchequer with reference to the withdrawal of light coins. It contains two clauses only, and is very pressing.

MR. JAMES LOWTHER

Does it deal with five-shilling pieces?

SIR J. T. HIBBERT

No; only sovereigns and half-sovereigns.

Question put, and agreed to.

Bill reported, without Amendment; to be read the third time To-morrow, at Two of the clock.