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Written question asked by Lord Jenkins of Putney (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 June 1997. It was answered by Lord Simon of Highbury (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 June 1997.


Simon of Highbury, Lord

Question
When the sterling area ceased to be viable and why. - The sterling area ceased to be viable in 1979, when exchange controls were abolished.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
580 c25WA
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Sterling Exchange control