§ Mr. Freudasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is satisfied with the sales of premium savings bonds; if he is contemplating any increase in the current level of interest; what plans he has for advertising the bonds; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lawson[pursuant to his reply, 17 February 1981, c. 84]: Yes; no; several; I am confident that the increase in the number of prizes awarded each month from 75,000 to 100,000, to take effect from 1 April, will further stimulate premium bond sales.