HC Deb 09 June 1921 vol 142 cc2091-2W
Mr. RAFFAN

asked the Home Secretary what was the total number of on-licences refused with compensation during 1920; and what was the average amount of compensation paid in respect thereof, distinguishing between full licences and on-beer licences?

Mr. SHORTT

The total number of licences extinguished on payment of compensation during 1920 in England and Wales was 526. The average amount of compensation paid in respect thereof was £1,439 1s. 11d for each full licence, and £1,346 19s. 3d. for each beer-house licence.