HC Deb 11 May 1914 vol 62 cc702-3
101. Mr. ROYDS

asked whether the proposal to abolish the exemption from Estate Duty in the case of settled estates is intended to apply only in cases where both Estate Duty and Settlement Estate Duty have been paid or would have been payable, or to all settled estates, including those now exempt under Sections 5 and 21 of the Finance Act, 1894?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The proposal extends to all settled estates mentioned by the hon. Member.

Mr. CROFT

Is the right hon. Gentleman prepared to absolutely repudiate the pledges of his predecessors in this matter?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

I do not repudiate any pledges.

Mr. CROFT

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that it is impossible under these circumstances for insurance to be carried out?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The matter cannot be discussed by means of question and answer. All these questions can be answered in the Debate later on.