HC Deb 18 June 1969 vol 785 c116W
Mr. Prior

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the total to date of tithe redemption annuities paid under the Tithe Act 1936; and what is the total of compulsory and voluntary repayments for the same period.

Mr. Harold Lever

The total of annuities paid up to 31st March, 1969, which is the latest date for which figures are available, was £77.8 million; whilst a total of £19 million had then been paid for the redemption of annuities.