HC Deb 02 August 1926 vol 198 cc2629-30
75. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury whether it is proposed to make a change in the design of the coinage; which coins will he affected; and what is the reason for the change?

Mr. McNEILL

Proposals for improving the design on the reverse of certain silver coins have been under consideration, and a statement will be made when it is possible to give details.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Has the House of Commons any control over this matter before the designs on the coinage are altered?

Mr. McNEILL

Not so far as I am aware.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

When this matter was under consideration, did the right hon. Gentleman consider the coining of five-shilling pieces again—crown pieces?

Mr. McNEILL

I think that that was one of the matters that were under consideration.

Colonel DAY

Is it contemplated that the three-penny bit shall be done away with?

Mr. McNEILL

As the answer consists of a table of figures, perhaps my hon. Friend will allow me to circulate it in the OFFICIAL REPORT,

Fallowing is the Table promised:

Mr. McNEILL

I cannot say without notice.

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