Is the hon. Lady aware that chambers of commerce in the north-west have stated that they are more concerned about the level of interest rates and a competitive pound than about anything else? Although I welcome the decision by the Chancellor of the Exchequer to overcome the fears of the Governor of the Bank of England, will the hon. Lady ensure that my points about the competitive pound are fully taken into account, bearing in mind the need for manufacturing industry in the north-west of England?