HC Deb 31 January 1918 vol 101 cc1739-40
52. Mr. GILBERT

asked the 2hancellor of the Exchequer if it is the intention of the Government to issue 5s. Treasury notes; and, if so, at what date they will be issued?

Mr. BONAR LAW

There is no present intention to issue 5s. notes, but, in view of the existing silver situation, and as a measure of precaution, a stock of such notes has been printed, with a view to having them avalable without delay should it be desirable to use them.