§ Mr. A. Edwardsasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he can give an estimate of the reduction of the purchasing power of the public to be expected as a result of the "Salute the Soldier" weeks.
§ Sir J. AndersonWhile it is impossible to give figures, there is no doubt that a large proportion of the subscriptions received during these special weeks represents savings out of income.
§ Mr. Stokesasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, instead of encouraging investment of surplus civilian earnings for private gain in Government funds, as in the recent "Salute the Soldier" campaign, he will, for the great national advantage, encourage the public to give or lend their surplus cash to the Government free of interest.
§ Sir J. AndersonLoans free of interest made for the duration of the war count towards the totals of the "Salute the Soldier" weeks. I am glad to receive such loans when spontaneously offered on the patriotic initiative of private individuals, but I see no reason to vary the rule that they should not be the subject of an officially sponsored appeal.