HC Deb 06 December 1933 vol 283 cc1486-7
52. Mr. LAMBERT

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the net amount of gold and gold bullion imported into Great Britain during the past 12 months; and whether he will indicate the chief destinations of such gold and bullion and the respective amounts that have gone to each?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

The net amount of gold bullion and coin imported into Great Britain and Northern Ireland during the 12 months ended 30th November, 1933, was approximately 41,000,000 ounces troy weight. I regret that the information asked for by my right hon. Friend in the latter part of the question is not available.

Mr. LAMBERT

Cannot the Treasury give any information as to the destination of the gold?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

No, I am sorry to say we cannot.