HC Deb 18 May 2000 vol 350 c257W
21. Mr. Fabricant

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer when he next plans to meet the Governor of the Bank of England to discuss the value of the nation's foreign currency and precious metal reserves. [121392]

Miss Melanie Johnson

The Chancellor meets the Governor of the Bank of England on a regular basis to discuss a wide range of issues.

34. Mr. Swayne

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement about the current value of the Bank of England reserves. [121405]

Mr. Andrew Smith

Part 1 of the Treasury Press Notice, issued on the third working day of each month, provides details of UK foreign currency assets and liabilities. The latest figures were published on 4 May showing net reserves of $13,643 million (£8,764 million) at the end of April 2000. A more detailed breakdown is provided in the template published monthly on the Bank of England's website.