HC Deb 27 February 1968 vol 759 c286W
35. Mr. Hordern

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what he estimates the growth of the economy will be from now until 31st December.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

I must ask the hon. Gentleman to await my Budget Statement.

59. Mr. Higgins

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what he estimates the underlying growth in the productive capacity of the economy will be in 1968–69, and each of the following four years.

Mr. Diamond

I estimate that it will be rising at an annual rate of around 3 per cent. in 1968 and 1969. The Government are not ready to publish an estimate for subsequent years.