§ Mr. Clinton Davisasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he has had with representatives of the building societies concerning proposals to increase building society mortgage interest rates; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NottChanges in building society interest rates are a matter for the
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