HC Deb 25 April 1910 vol 17 c184W
Major MORRISON-BELL

asked whether, in view of the burdens laid on the agricultural and other great industries of this country, he will give his especial attention to the source of revenue that awaits him owing to recent developments in the rubber or oil markets?

Mr. LLOYD-GEORGE

If the hon. and gallant Member wishes to suggest that I should have "a flutter" with public funds in the rubber or oil markets, I am afraid I must decline. As a method of obtaining revenue, I should regard speculation in rubber and oil as in the same category as Tariff Reform.