HC Deb 14 June 1984 vol 61 cc558-9W
22. Mr. Yeo

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the rate of inflation for the last 12 months.

Mr. Lawson

Over the 12 months to April 1984 the retail price index increased by 5.2 per cent.

Mr. Renton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, in the light of the increases in United States interest rates, he thinks it necessary to change his forecasts for the future pattern of inflation trends in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Lawson

No.

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