HC Deb 28 June 1937 vol 325 cc1629-30
29. Colonel Goodman

asked the First Commissioner of Works what sum has been realised from the sale to the public of Coronation chairs, stools, and decorations by his Department?

Sir P. Sassoon

Final figures are not available, but the estimated amount to be realised from the sale to the public of Coronation chairs, stools, decorations, etc., is £15,000.

Sir William Davison

Is my right hon. Friend aware that certain Members of this House have paid for some of these chairs, but have not yet received them; and can he say when they will be delivered?

Sir P. Sassoon

As soon as possible.

30. Colonel Goodman

asked the First Commissioner of Works what sum was realised from the sale of seats provided by his Department for the purpose of viewing the Coronation procession; and what balance of the cost remains to be met from public funds?

Sir P. Sassoon

The receipts from the sale of seats on the stands erected by my Department amounted approximately to £76,000. Final figures are not yet available, but the balance of costs to be met from public funds is estimated at £45,000.