§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he has considered the official proposal of the West German Government for an international conference to discuss and consider the early introduction of lower discount rates; whether Her Majesty's Government will sponsor such a conference; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TaverneMy right hon. Friend has heard with interest of the suggestion made by Professor Schiller, but there are many points for consideration internationally as to the timing and circumstances in which discussion of this topic might be useful.