HC Deb 06 March 1930 vol 236 c620
12. Mr. G. WHITE

asked the Minister of Labour the present rate of interest charged on the overdraft of the Unemployment Insurance Fund?

Miss BONDFIELD

The average rate of interest is a little under 5 per cent.

Mr. WHITE

Having regard to the conditions of the money market, does the right hon. Lady consider that an equitable rate?

Miss BONDFIELD

I would refer that question to the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

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