HC Deb 10 September 1914 vol 66 c657W
Major BARING

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the position of builders in reference to contracts entered into before the War; if, in view of the increased cost of material, they are bound to complete the work at a figure fixed before war was contemplated; and whether the moratorium in any way affects their position?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

The moratorium in no way affects the contracts referred to except so far as it postpones any payment due thereunder.