HC Deb 05 July 1916 vol 83 c1513
34. Mr. GRANT

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if the new duties on petrol apply to petrol for stationary engines used for such purposes as lighting?

The CHANCELLOR Of the EXCHEQUER (Mr. McKenna)

No, Sir; though, of course, a licence for the supply will be necessary.

36. Mr. PETO

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether petrol used by motor and aircraft manufacturers for the purpose of testing machines on the bench, on the road, or in the air, is free from the new duty levied on permits for the issue of petrol; and, if not, whether he will insert words in the Finance Bill to give effect to this?

Mr. McKENNA

The answer to the first part is in the affirmative, and the second part does not arise.

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