§ Mr. HARMOOD-BANNERasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he has come to terms with the Committee of the Stock Exchange on the new Stamp Duties to be imposed, especially in regard to the new duty on bonds; and if he will inform the House of any proposed alterations, and give an opportunity of consideration?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEMy right hon. Friend does not think it would be desirable to make any statement on this matter at present.
§ Mr. HARMOOD-BANNERMay I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether it is intended to withhold information in regard to these changes until the last moment, and to announce them when there will not be time for their proper consideration?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEI only meant to convey to the hon. Gentleman that negotiations were in progress in connection with the duties, and that it would be unwise to make a premature statement.