HC Deb 05 March 1934 vol 286 c1519
39. Mr. HANNON

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if his attention has been called to the circulation in packages of a certain cigarette known as Kensitas of coupons representing the flags of the British Empire, with the words "Printed in U.S.A." at the bottom; and if the appropriate duty is being collected on the importation of these coupons printed in a foreign country?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Hore-Belisha)

The answer to both parts of the question is in the affirmative.

Mr. HANNON

That being so, does my hon. Friend know of any reason why these cards should not be printed in this country instead of being imported from the United States?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I know of no reason, but, because they are not printed in this country, they pay a duty.