§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer when he intends to announce new public expenditure plans for 1999–2000 and beyond; and if he will make a statement. [11606]
§ Mr. Gordon BrownSpending plans for 1999–2000 and beyond will be announced next year after the Government have concluded the comprehensive spending review announced by the Chief Secretary on 11 June.