HC Deb 31 October 1966 vol 735 cc31-2W
Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer (1) if he will introduce legislation to abolish stamp duty on mortgages for sums not in excess of £4,500;

(2) if he will introduce legislation to abolish the payment of Stamp Duty on the transfer and redemption of mortgages.

Mr. MacDermot

I have noted my hon. Friend's suggestions, but I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget Statement.

Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what would be the annual cost to the Exchequer of the abolition of all stamp duties on mortgages.

Mr. MacDermot

About £4 million in a full year.