§ Captain P. MACDONALDasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the has received a reply to his representations to the French Government respecting the position of British holders of 1915 French War Bonds; and, if so, whether he can state its nature?
§ Mr. PETHICK-LAWRENCEA reply has been received from the French Government. I regret to say that it is unfavourable, and expresses the inability of the French Government to grant any equitable compensation 'to the British holders. My right hon. Friend has the matter under consideration.