§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what would be the estimated loss of revenue if the 8 per cent. Earnings-related class 4 contribution of the self-employed were to commence at (a) £2,000 per annum, and (b) £2,500 per annum, respectively, instead of the present proposal of £1,600 per annum.
§ Mr. O'Malley:About £20 million and about £40 million, respectively, a year.