HC Deb 15 February 1911 vol 21 c1055
Mr. FELL

asked how many deeds of conveyance or transfers of land have been presented for stamping; and how many have had the Increment Duty assessed and been finally stamped up to 1st February, 1911?

Mr. HOBHOUSE

Over 100,000 deeds have been presented for stamping with an Increment Value Duty stamp, and in all these cases the stamp either has already been given or will be given on application. The assessment of the duty in any case in which there is liability is a subsequent matter for the settlement of which the transaction is not delayed.

Mr. FELL

Have there been any cases in which the Assessment Duty has been paid?

Mr. HOBHOUSE

Not so far as I am aware. I could not answer that without notice.