§ 54. Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLEasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether his attention has been called to the frequent sale of pictures, antiques, and other historic objects to persons abroad; and whether, with a view to forming a national fund for the purchase of outstanding historic articles, he will consider placing a duty on the sale prices to persons abroad, the proceeds of which shall be placed to the credit of the suggested fund?
§ Mr. P. SNOWDENThe hon. Member's suggestion has been noted.