§ 75. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked 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. McNEILLProposals 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 KENWORTHYHas the House of Commons any control over this matter before the designs on the coinage are altered?
§ Mr. McNEILLNot so far as I am aware.
§ Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHYWhen this matter was under consideration, did the right hon. Gentleman consider the coining of five-shilling pieces again—crown pieces?
§ Mr. McNEILLI think that that was one of the matters that were under consideration.
§ Colonel DAYIs it contemplated that the three-penny bit shall be done away with?
§ Mr. McNEILLAs 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. McNEILLI cannot say without notice.