§ 16. Mr. Barnettasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he has had on bank lending; and if he will make a statement on the current directions to banks.
§ Mr. Roy JenkinsBank lending is frequently discussed in the course of regular contacts at all levels between the Treasury and Bank of England. Current guidance to the banks is set out in the Notice on Credit Restriction published by the Bank of England on 19th November.