HC Deb 07 March 1923 vol 161 cc530-1W
Mr. W. A. JENKINS

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will consider the desirability of abandoning paper money and reverting to the use of gold currency, with a view to inspiring confidence in the people of this country and giving an impetus to enterprise and industry?

Mr. BALDWIN:

No, Sir. I do not think the issue of gold is either desirable at the present time or necessary to produce the results to which the hon. Member refers.