HC Deb 17 November 1927 vol 210 cc1119-20
68. Sir JOHN POWER

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the amount of unpaid Corporation Profits Tax out standing and the total amount thereof liable to be collected ultimately?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The total amount of Corporation Profits Tax in assessment but unpaid at the 31st October, 1927, was approximately £7,800,000; but I am unable to say how much of this sum will ultimately prove to be recoverable.

Mr. W. THORNE

Will the Chancellor of the Exchequer state what steps he is taking to obtain this money which is due to the Exchequer?

Mr. CHURCHILL

All the resources of civilisation are being used.