HC Deb 12 May 1994 vol 243 c223W
Mrs. Roche

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many representations he has received since 1 April regarding increased taxation; and if he will make a statement.

Sir John Cope

My right hon. and learned Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer has received a number of representations.

Sir Fergus Montgomery

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what effect the changes in interest rates since 1990 have had on the disposable income, after mortgage payments, of an average family with an average mortgage.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

The halving of mortgage rates since October 1990 has reduced interest payments on a typical £33,000 mortgage by about £160 a month.