Written question asked by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 September 2026. It was answered by Lord Pitt-Watson (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 September 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.
Public Sector Debt
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to reduce the rates of interest on UK government debt.
- Answer
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The Government does not comment on financial market movements. Last year borrowing fell 1 percentage point (over £20 billion) to its lowest level in six years. The IMF have forecast that, between 2025-2030, the UK will be reducing the deficit by more than any other G7 or G20 country.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL3323
- Session
- 2026-27
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Interest charges Public sector debt
- Link
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- Timestamp
- 2026-09-22 10:06:17 +0100
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