HC Deb 13 May 1999 vol 331 c206W
25. Mr. Norman

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on his projections for the saving ratio in 2001–02. [83213]

Mr. Milburn

The Government's forecast for the saving ratio is set out in the March 1999 Financial Statement and Budget Report. This shows the saving ratio rising from 7 per cent. in 1998 to 7½ per cent. in 1999 and beyond.