Mr Samuel Silverman
Former MP for Nelson and Colne
Former MP for Nelson and Colne
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There have been a few backwoods speeches from this side of the House, too.
Is my hon. Friend aware that in last Monday's debate the President of the Board of Trade said very clearly that devaluation was not equivalent to deflation? Having persuaded me on that occasion, what does he expect me to do today?
And to maintain sterling also.
Former MP for Nelson and Colne
Entered the House of Commons on 14 November 1935 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 9 February 1968 — Died
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