§ Dr. Kim HowellsTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what was the proportion of shares owned by individuals, as opposed to shareholders in general, in 1979 and in 1990.
§ Mr. RedwoodThe stock exchange survey of share ownership carried out in 1981, estimated that in that year 28.2 per cent. of shares were held in the personal sector. Figures for 1979 and 1990 are not available. The value of individuals' holdings has risen substantially over the last decade.