Exports

Mr. David Watkins
asked the Minister for Trade what was the percentage of gross domestic product exported by the United Kingdom for each year from 1977–78 to 1981–82; and what is his estimate for 1982–83.

Mr. Peter Rees
Exports and gross domestic product are best compared on a factor cost basis; this information is only available for calendar years and is as follows: --
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* at factor cost.

† on information available, little change from previous year.