Thursday, 14 June 2007
The Chancellor of the Exchequer was asked—
What recent assessment he has made of the economic effect of trends in employment levels over the last 12 months.
What assessment he has made of the trend in the savings ratio over the last 10 years; and if he will make a statement.
What recent assessment he has made of the impact of world trade on the UK economy; and if he will make a statement.
What assessment he has made of the change in the overall burden of taxation in the last 10 years; and if he will make a statement.
What procedures are in place to ensure that additional costs associated with holding events at No. 11 Downing street are met by the organisers of those events.
What steps he is taking to ensure that people in receipt of benefits have access to high quality banking services.
What the average retail prices index inflation rate was in the first quarter of (a) 1997 and (b) 2007; and if he will make a statement.
What discussions he has had on using pre-school learning establishments in providing information on financial inclusion.
What proportion of child trust funds have been opened by low-income families since their inception.
What recent assessment he has made of the employment prospects of 18 to 24-year-olds.
What the average retail prices index inflation rate was in the first quarter of (a) 1997 and (b) 2007; and if he will make a statement.
Will the Leader of the House give the forthcoming business?
On a point of order, Mr. Speaker. During business questions I named the hon. Member for Birmingham, Selly Oak (Lynne Jones) without having informed her office beforehand. I have been in the...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith, pursuant to Standing Order No. 83A(7) (Programme motions), That the following provisions shall apply to the Digital Switchover (Disclosure of...
Lords amendment considered.
Lords amendment: No. 1.
Considered in Committee.
I beg to move amendment No. 6, page 1, line 2, at beginning insert— '(1) In section 45(1)(c) of the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (c. 41) (unoccupied hereditaments: liability) after...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. —[Mr. Heppell.]
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