§ Mr. Pawseyasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if, in the light of the over-subscription of the recent issue of gold proof sovereigns, he will cause more 1979 gold proof sovereigns to be issued.
§ Mr. Peter ReesNo. The 1979 proof sovereign was offered as a limited edition to buyers in this country and overseas on the understanding that the stated limit would not be exceeded. This method of issuing collectors: coins is frequently employed by the Royal Mint and other mints.