HC Deb 16 April 1896 vol 39 cc1134-5

3. Resolved:— That in addition to the Duty of Excise payable on and after the first day of July, One thousand eight hundred and ninety-six, in respect of Beer brewed in the United Kingdom, there shall be charged, levied, and paid on and after that day:— For every thirty-six gallons of worts of a specific gravity of one thousand and fifty-five degrees, the duty of sixpence; and so in proportion for any difference in quantity or gravity."—(Mr. Chancellor of the Exchequer.)

And, it being Midnight, the Chairman left the Chair to make his Report to the House.

Resolutions to be reported upon Monday next; Committee to sit again this day.