HC Deb 25 July 1910 vol 19 cc1755-6
Mr. GOLDMAN

asked what is the total amount of Supplementary Estimates issued to date since the introduction of the Budget; and what is the estimated surplus for contingencies still left after these Estimates have been voted?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The account of the Supplementary Estimates presented since the Budget statement was £368,982, and the margin allowed in the Budget for contingencies was £309,000.

Mr. GOLDMAN

Does the right hon. Gentleman consider that margin sufficient under the present system?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

It is premature to answer that question. I am dependent on Departmental savings.

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