§ Mr. Higginsasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has had about a national shortage of change; whether such a shortage exists; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter ReesOver the last nine months unprecedented demand has led to a shortage of most coin, but, apart from representations from the banks, very few complaints have been received by the Royal Mint.
To meet the shortage, the Mint increased production and recent indications are that the situation is improving.