HC Deb 25 October 1909 vol 12 cc724-5
Mr. PATRICK WHITE

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will state the quantity of spirits taken out of bond in Great Britain and Ireland during the eight months, February to September, 1908; the quantity taken out for the corresponding period this year, and, if there was a reduction, how much per cent.; and whether he will state the amount of revenue received in each period from the duty paid?

Mr. HOBHOUSE

The quantity of spirits duty paid in Great Britain and Ireland during the eight months, February to September, 1908, was 23,342,000 proof gallons; the quantity duty paid during the same period this year has been 19,263,000 proof gallons, and the reduction per cent. 17.47. The amount of duty received was:—

February to September, 1908 £12,827,000
February to September, 1909 £11,899,000