asked the Minister for Finance the amounts paid abroad in interest on Exchequer borrowings including payments to foreign holders of Government gilt-edged stock in each of the years 1976 to 1981 inclusive; and the projected payment for 1982.
Written Answers. - Exchequer Borrowings.
723.
The information requested by the Deputy is as follows:
Year |
Amount |
£m |
|
1976 |
66 |
1977 |
99 |
1978 |
137 |
1979 |
162 |
1980 |
209 |
1981 (est) |
292 |
1982 (est) |
528 |
The estimate for 1982 is based on the level of debt at 31 March 1982.