HC Deb 12 January 1971 vol 809 c53W
Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the annual amount of revenue currently raised by stamp duty on mortgages.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

£3.7 million in 1969–70, the latest year for which a figure is available.

Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will take steps to abolish stamp duty on the grant, transfer and cancellation of all mortgages under £10,000.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

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