§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many representations he has received (a) in favour of keeping the note and (b) in favour of keeping the £1 coin since his Autumn Statement; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LawsonAbout 750 letters have been received in the Treasury since the Autumn Statement. Most of them criticise the size and design of the coin, but are not necessarily against the withdrawal of the note. Some 30 letters so far received favour the Government's action.