Sir AnthonyMeyer asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the United Kingdom's net contribution to the allocated European Community Budget in 1980 and 1981; and what proportion of the United Kingdom estimated net contribution in respect of each of these years was refunded through the 30 May agreement.
§ Mr. RidleyThe accompanying table provides the information requested.
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United Kingdom net contribution to the allocated budget (million ecus) (1) (2) (3) (4) Net contribution before refunds Net Refunds Net contribution after refunds (2) as a percentage of (1) As foreseen by the Commission on 30 May 1980 1980 1,784 1,175 609 65.9 1981 2,140 1,410 730 65.9 As now estimated by the Commission 1980 1,512 1,175 337 77.7 1981 1,422 1,410 12 99.2