HC Deb 07 April 1913 vol 51 c799
78. Mr. LEACH

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the total amount which the social legislation of the present Government, in the three items of old age pensions, insurance, and Labour Exchanges, is costing the country?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The total amount which Parliament is invited to Vote in 1913–14 for old age pensions, insurance, and Labour Exchanges is £21,239,847.

Sir J. D. REES

What is the cost to the country in the higher cost of living?

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