HC Deb 21 March 1887 vol 312 c1124

Order for Second Reading read.

Motion made, and Question proposed, "That the Bill be now read a second time."—(Mr. Jackson.)

DR. TANNER (Cork Co., Mid.)

There is a little doubt as to the object of this Bill; perhaps the hon. Gentleman will explain what it is.

THE SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY (Mr. JACKSON) (Leeds, N.)

The object of the Bill is simply to correct a difference which was created by the alteration of the duties on wine in the United Kingdom last year; it is to raise the strength on which the lower rate of duty is paid from 26 degrees, which is now the limit in the Isle of Man, to 30 degrees, which is the limit in this country.

MR. M. J. KENNY (Tyrone, Mid)

What is the nature of the power under which this House legislates for the Isle of Man?

MR. JACKSON

The power of levying duties is regulated by Parliament. The Isle of Man authorities can make no alteration without the sanction of this Parliament.

Question put, and agreed to.