HC Deb 12 June 1902 vol 109 c508
MR. WHITLEY

I beg to ask the Secretary to the Treasury if he can state what is estimated to be the increased cost of paper, printing and binding due to the present method of carrying out the new rule with regard to Questions to which oral answers are not desired.

MR. AUSTEN CHAMBERLAIN

On the assumption that the number of Questions remains on an average about the same as during the last few weeks, the Controller of the Stationery Office estimates the increased cost at about £1,700 for a session of ordinary length.

MR. WHITLEY

Will the hon. Gentleman consider the possibility of effecting economies under this head?

MR. AUSTEN CHAMBERLAIN

That Question should be addressed to the House, and not to me.