HC Deb 26 June 1951 vol 489 c117W
67. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the amounts of Treasury 2½ per cent. Stock held by Government Departments, respectively; and the purchase price.

Mr. Gaitskell

It would not be in the public interest to give this information.

Sir W. Smithers

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what are the amounts of securities held by Government Departments, respectively, at the latest available date; and their purchase price.

Mr. Gaitskell

I would refer the bon. Member to the above reply.