Sterling Balances

64.

Mr. W. Fletcher
asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what steps he proposes to take to reduce the great burden of the repayment of sterling balances, by funding these debts over a longer period than laid down in the present arrangements.

Sir S. Cripps
I have nothing to add to what my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister said in the Debate on the Address on 6th March