§ 52. Mr. Fletcher-Cookeasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much he estimates it would cost to repay the post-war credits to the estates of those who, but for previous death, would have reached the age for payment in the current financial year.
§ Mr. Boyd-Carpenter£2 million. If those who would have reached the age for payment in previous years are included, the cost would be £15 million.
§ 58. Wing Commander Bullusasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if, in order to encourage house ownership, he will consider allowing the use of post-war credits as security for deposit on new houses.
§ Mr. Boyd-CarpenterNo.