Written question asked by John Sykes (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 March 1997. It was answered by David Curry (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 March 1997 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.

Dept of the Environment

Question: When he will announce the final receipt from the sale of the Housing Corporation's loan portfolio to NatWest Markets. - Inc fact that when the final figure is available, will place copies in the House Libraries.

Answer: Mr. Sykes: To ask the secretary of State for the Environment when he will announce the final receipt from the sale of the Housing Corporation's loan portfolio to NatWest Markets. [21389] Mr. Curry: The purchase price will be subject to changes in the underlying portfolio and to movements in the gilt rate until completion on 26 March, and I cannot therefore give a figure for the final sale receipt until after Parliament has risen. However, I shall write to my hon. Friend when the final figure is available, and place copies of the letter in the House Libraries.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 21389; 292 c602W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Housing associations Housing Corporation Privatisation Loans NatWest Markets