HC Deb 21 March 1922 vol 152 c244
75. Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he has considered the possibility of raising by loan part of the sum payable for war pensions, with a view to the reduction of taxation?

Sir R. HORNE

Yes, Sir. This is one among a very large number of proposals which have been considered.

76. Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the Government have now definitely abandoned the idea of placing a special tax on profits made during and by reason of the War?

Sir R. HORNE

The answer is in the affirmative.