§ Mr. RiddickTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the current level of interest rates.
§ Mr. MaplesBank base rates are 14 per cent.
§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received in relation to the impact of interest rates on Welsh economic performance; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MaplesMy right hon. Friend has received a number of such representations.