HC Deb 09 March 1899 vol 68 c422

Resolution reported— That it is expedient—(A) TO authorise the issue out of the Consolidated Fund of a sum not exceeding £2,000,000 for making further provision for the improvement of telephonic communication; (a) to enable local authorities to raise or apply money for telephonic purposes.

Resolution agreed to:—Bill ordered to be brought in by Mr. Hanbury and

Mr. Chancellor of the Exchequer.