HC Deb 09 August 1916 vol 85 c1073W
Sir J. D. REES

asked at what cost to the taxpayer the Carlisle Old Brewery Company and twenty-three licensed houses have been acquired in Carlisle?

Dr. ADDISON

As indicated in reply to a question by the hon. Member for Rutland on the 26th June, the amount cannot be stated in advance of its determination by the Defence of the Realm (Losses) Commission, which will adjudicate upon the claims.