HC Deb 30 October 1981 vol 10 cc478-9W

Mr. Teddy Taylor asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the latest estimate of the total size of the national debt, including debts on national savings; how much interest will be paid on these debts in the current financial year; and if he will express the total amount of debt as an amount per person in the United Kingdom and the total amount of interest as an amount per person per year.

Mr. Brittan [pursuant to his reply, 29 October 1981]: I regret that in the time available it has not been possible to provide the information requested. I shall write to my hon. Friend.

Mr. Craigen asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will consider the position of sports trusts, sports councils and amateur sports clubs in terms of zero rating of value added tax charges for their capital costs in respect of equipment, and so on.

Mr. Bruce-Gardyne: [pursuant to his reply, 29 October 1981]: I regret that in the time available it has not been possible to provide the information requested. I shall write to the hon. Member.