HC Deb 11 May 1988 vol 133 c141W
25. Mr. Cryer

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what is the current deficit in manufactured goods with the EEC up to the most recent practicable date in 1988.

Mr. Alan Clark

In the 12 months to March 1988, there was an estimated deficit of £10.5 billion on the balance of payments basis.

38. Mr. Flynn

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what is the level of exports of manufactured goods in 1988 so far; and what equivalent information he has for 1987.

72. Mr. Pike

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what is the level of exports of manufactured goods in 1988 so far; and what was the equivalent figure for 1987.

Mr. Alan Clark

In the first three months of 1988 exports of manufactured goods were valued at £14.9 billion. The equivalent figure for the first three months of 1987 was £14.8 billion.