The Rt. Hon. Sir John Major KG CH

Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1990-1997

Chief Secretary (1987-1989)

Mr Major’s Written Parliamentary Answer on the Economic Outlook – 14 July 1988

Below is the text of Mr Major’s written Parliamentary Answer on the Economic Outlook on 14th July 1988.


Mr. Knox To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on the economic outlook for the remainder of the current financial year.

Mr. Major The United Kingdom economy has achieved strong economic growth, low inflation and sound public finance. This combination is set to continue.