§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will estimate the effects on(a) inflation, (b) interest rates and (c) the balance of payments according to the Treasury model for the years 1996 to 2000, consequent upon a 2p reduction in the basic rate of income tax in April 1996, assuming no changes in other given exogenous factors. [22443]
§ Mr Nelson[holding answer 4 May 1995]: Since 1978, it has not been the practice to provide results from the Treasury model in response to parliamentary questions, but the hon. Member will be aware that the model is available for Members' use through the Library of the House.