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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party). It was answered by Jim Murphy (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 October 2008 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


HBOS/Lloyds TSB

Question
What discussions he has held with ministerial colleagues on the proposed merger of HBOS and Lloyds TSB.
Answer

The merger of HBOS and Lloyds TSB is a commercial decision for the boards and shareholders of those banks. We want stability in the UK banking system and protection for savers, mortgage holders, staff and businesses.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
481 c883 
229809 
Session
2007-08
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Banks Mergers Lloyds TSB Takeovers HBOS
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk