§ Sir Teddy TaylorTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much has been spent to date by HM Government on the publication and distribution of information relating to the introduction of the euro; and what further spending is planned. [129449]
§ Miss Melanie Johnson[holding answer 10 July 2000]: Since 1998 the Treasury has spent £8.8 million on information to help UK firms understand the impact that the euro may have on their business and to provide them with practical advice.
The Treasury will continue to provide support to firms.
§ Mr. Matthew TaylorTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what assessment he has made of the progress of the UK retail financial sector in preparedness for membership of the euro; and if he will make a statement. [131587]
§ Miss Melanie Johnson[holding answer 20 July 2000]: I refer the hon. Gentleman to the answer I gave him on 24 July 2000, Official Report, column 420W.