§ 53. Mr. B. SMITHasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he is aware that London taximeter cabs have to pay £14 per annum horse-power tax, whereas the rest of Great Britain only pay £12; and can he see his way to reduce the London tax to £12, thus bringing London into line?
§ Mr. GOSLING: Ihave been asked to reply. I am aware of the difference in the excise licence duty for taxi-cabs between London and the provinces, but this question is one that is under the consideration of the Departmental Committee.
§ Sir H. BRITTAINWould it not be possible to put this very sensible suggestion into practice? I have been promised consideration of it time and again.
§ Mr. SMITHDoes not the point of the question arise under the Finance Bill, and not necessarily under a Report that we have been expecting for some years?