Future of 1p and 2p pieces in doubt after Treasury orders no new coins

Treasury expected not to place order with Royal Mint in coming years

Treasury officials have for the first time ordered no new coins to be minted for general circulation, putting the future of the 1p and 2p pieces in doubt.

The government has not placed an annual order with the Royal Mint and does not expect to order any new 1p and 2p coins in the coming years, the Evening Standard reported.