HC Deb 20 April 1915 vol 71 c192
88. Sir J. SPEAR

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if, having regard to the damage done to public roads by motor lorries, he will, in the forthcoming Budget, increase the tax on these vehicles in order that the owners shall thereby make a more equitable contribution towards the repair of the damage than is at present the case?

Mr. LLOYD GEORGE

I fear I am unable to anticipate my Financial Statement.