§ 39. Mr. Manderasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will give an assurance that, in the event of it becoming evident that companies are disregarding his request not to pay increased dividends, he will introduce legislation on the lines of the Limitation of Dividends Bill?
§ Sir K. WoodI do not anticipate that there will be any such disregard of my request, but the position will be watched.
§ Mr. ManderDoes the Chancellor of the Exchequer intend to introduce legislation, in view of the request being disregarded.
§ Sir K. WoodThat is a hypothetical question, but I will keep this matter before me, and, from time to time, take whatever action is necessary.