§ Mr. Donald Stewartasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the total sum of tax relief granted in respect of mortgage interest in each of the past four years, together with the estimated sum allowable in the current year; and, in each year, what is the amount attributable to Scotland.
§ Mr. NottAn estimate for 1972–73 is not available. Estimates for the last four years are:
TAX RELIEF FOR MORTGAGE INTEREST (£ million) United Kingdom Scotland 1968–69 195 6½ 1969–70 235 7 1970–71 300 10 1971–72 340 11