HC Deb 23 September 1909 vol 11 cc602-3
Mr. MAURICE HEALY

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that Estate Duty is at present being claimed in respect of the tenant-right interest of persons who have died in Ireland since 30th April last; and whether he will give directions that such a claim is not to be made?

Mr. HOBHOUSE

Instructions have already been issued to limit the value for Estate Duty of tenant-right in the manner indicated in my right hon. Friend's statement to the Committee on the 13th instant.

Mr. M. HEALY

Would the right hon. Gentleman say when the instructions were given? Within the past few days I have seen the Schedule on which the demand was made.

Mr. HOBHOUSE

I am afraid I cannot give an answer to that without notice.