73 A good return and complete security Defence Bonds cost £5 each. They offer a good return and complete security and you may hold them up to a limit of £2,500 inclusive of all issues. Interest is paid half-yearly and, though income tax is payable, it is not deducted at source. The Bonds are repayable at par, plus a premium of £1 per cent, ten years after purchase and they can be cashed at par at six months' notice. EVERY £5 INVESTED HELPS THE SILVER LINING CAMPAIGN 21/2% DEFENCE BONDS Issued by The National Savings Committee.