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Written question asked by Lord Macpherson of Earl's Court (Crossbench) on Friday, 18 November 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 2 December 2022. It was answered by Baroness Penn (Conservative) on Tuesday, 29 November 2022 on behalf of the Treasury.


Coinage: Latin

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what is their policy on the use of Latin on the coinage.

Answer

The designs of UK coins are approved by the Chancellor as Master of the Mint, His Majesty The King and the Privy Council. This process is supported by the advice of the Royal Mint Advisory Committee, whose role is to ensure that designs meet high standards. UK coinage includes a combination of Latin and English.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3564
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Coinage
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk