§ Mr. Austin Mitchellasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how the minimum rate of interest in the United Kingdom compares with that of the Federal Republic of Germany; and what is his assessment of the reason for the difference between the two.
§ Mr. Bruce-GardyneI regret that in the time available it has not been possible to provide the information requested. I shall write to the hon. Member and place a copy of my letter in the Library of the House.