HC Deb 01 May 1923 vol 163 c1176
60. Mr. HUGHES

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that malting barley is largely used in the making of yeast for bread-making, and that the proposed tax of 10s. per quarter will add very considerably to the cost. of this important product and make it more difficult for the home producer to withstand the competition of Continental makers; and whether he can see his way to exclude yeast manufacturers from the operation of this tax, or, alternatively, to place a countervailing duty upon yeast imported into this country?

Mr. BALDWIN

Regard will be had to this and all other relevant points when the relative legislation is under consideration.