§ Mr. Ian Lloydasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the total value of loans granted by Her Majesty's Government since November, 1964, below the rates of 5 per cent., 4 per cent., 3 per cent., and 2 per cent., respectively.
§ Mr. DiamondLoans at a rate of interest between 4 per cent. and 3 per cent. have been approved to a value of £160,000 since 1st November, 1964. No other loans at any rate of interest below 5 per cent. have been approved, except for interest-free loans which are the subject of a separate Question by the hon. Member.