§ 53. Mr. RAPERasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the total amount of unclaimed bank balances in this country and the estimated value of all unclaimed jewellery, plate, etc., similarly deposited; and whether he will take steps to apply the same in the nation's interests?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINWhile I cannot give a figure, inquiries made by the Treasury indicate that the amount which would be likely to be forthcoming from these sources is not substantial. I do not think any action is called for in the matter.
§ Mr. BOTTOMLEYWill the inquiries be made from the bankers themselves?
§ Mr. RENWICKasked a question which was not audible in the Reporters' Gallery.
§ Mr. RENWICKI will repeat it.
§ Mr. SPEAKERThe hon. Member had better put it on the Paper.