Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 5 March 1947.
Mr Clement Davies
, Montgomeryshire
12:00,
5 March 1947
On behalf of my party, may I associate myself with the message which the Chancellor proposes to send? This again is an instance not only of the generosity but of the readiness of these people to come to our assistance both in war and peace.
The Chancellor - also known as "Chancellor of the Exchequer" is responsible as a Minister for the treasury, and for the country's economy. For Example, the Chancellor set taxes and tax rates. The Chancellor is the only MP allowed to drink Alcohol in the House of Commons; s/he is permitted an alcoholic drink while delivering the budget.
