HC Deb 19 June 1940 vol 362 c153
31. Mr. Riley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the approximate number and total value of private fortunes in Great Britain in excess of £10,000 and £20,000, respectively?

The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Captain Crookshank)

No, Sir. I regret that the information is not available.

Mr. Riley

Have the Government any intention of levying a special contribution on these fortunes for the prosecution of the war?