HC Deb 11 December 1980 vol 995 cc484-5W
Mr. Wheeler

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many orders for currency and proof coins the Royal Mint had executed on behalf of Foreign and Commonwealth Governments in 1977, 1978, 1979 and 1980 to date.

Mr. Peter Rees

Such information is commercially confidential.

Mr. Wheeler

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if the Royal Mint advisory committee advises the Royal Mint on the design of coins, medals, seals and decorations intended for Foreign and Commonwealth Governments.

Mr. Peter Rees

Only at the request of the issuing authority.

Mr. Wheeler

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer when the Royal Mint advisory committee last reviewed the designs for any of the United Kingdom currency coins; and what is the result of that review.

Mr. Peter Rees

Earlier this year the advisory committee approved a design for use on the crown piece issued to commemorate the eightieth birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.