§ 21. Mr. Clifton-BrownTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on the economic impact of windfall gains arising from(a) the demutualising of building societies and (b) takeovers of life assurance companies. [18542]
§ Mrs. Angela KnightExperience and recent surveys suggest that most of the payouts will be saved rather than spent. Therefore, I expect them to have a relatively small impact on consumers' expenditure this year.
§ Mr. DoverTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received on the legality of a windfall tax on privatised companies; and if he will make a statement. [19424]