§ 58. Mr. Robert Hughesasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what steps will be taken by Her Majesty's Government to ensure the maximum use of the new halfpenny after decimalisation day.
§ Mr. Patrick JenkinNine hundred and fifty million new halfpennies will be available on Decimal Day and more will be provided whenever needed. Official advice and information will continue to emphasise the important rôle of the new halfpenny in decimal price structures.