§ 55. Sir P. Hannonasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, in view of the application by the Prudential Assurance Company for £20,000,000 of new National War Bonds, all assurance companies, friendly societies and similar bodies throughout Great Britain and Northern Ireland are being encouraged to imitate this lead in the provision of finance for the prosecution of the war?
§ Sir K. WoodI hope that all assurance companies, friendly societies and similar bodies will apply for the new National War Bonds to the greatest possible extent.
§ Sir P. HannonCan my right hon. Friend assure the House that definite steps are being taken to induce all similar bodies to assist in financing the war in this way?