HC Deb 16 November 1933 vol 281 cc1087-8
5. Mr. D. GRENFELL

asked the Minister of Labour what is the estimated annual deficiency in the Unemployment Fund, based on income and expenditure, with the latest figures of employed and unemployed insured persons?

Sir H. BETTERTON

During the current financial year to date there has not been a deficiency but a surplus in the insurance account of the Unemployment Fund amounting to about £5,470,000.

Mr. GRENFELL

Will the right hon. Gentleman supply figures showing the details of income and expenditure?

Sir H. BETTERTON

I will consider that point. I can tell the hon. Member that the surplus amounts to £5,470,000.