HC Deb 13 May 1968 vol 764 c196W
Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer why he approved the 22 per cent. increase in total distributions to shareholders by the Bovis Group Limited.

Mr. Diamond

The company issued ordinary shares in exchange for the acquisition of another company in a transaction carried through prior to 19th March, 1968. The value of the shares so issued was determined by a commitment by Bovis Holdings Limited as to their final dividend. Documentary proof to this end was provided.