HC Deb 09 February 1968 vol 758 c242W
Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will consider seeking to abolish stamp duty on the execution, transfer and cancellation of all mortgages under £5,000.

Mr. Harold Lever

I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.

Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the total revenue received in the year 1966–67 from stamp duty on the execution, transfer and cancellation of mortgages under the sum of £5,000.

Mr. Harold Lever

Roughly £2½ million.