HC Deb 15 October 2001 vol 372 c852W
Mr. Redwood

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what his latest forecast is for the balance of payments deficit for 2001. [7646]

Ruth Kelly

The Government will publish updated forecasts for the UK economy in this autumn's pre-Budget report.

Mr. Howard

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received on the balance of payments deficit and its consequences for the economic outlook. [7945]

Ruth Kelly

Treasury Ministers receive representations from a wide range of organisations and individuals on economic issues, and value their insights.