HC Deb 10 July 1935 vol 304 cc315-6
52. Mr. SUTCLIFFE

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, in order to allay the dissatisfaction which exists in the country, he will consider setting on foot an inquiry into the whole question of the basis of taxation of motor transport and the allocation of the sums derived therefrom?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the TREASURY (Mr. Duff Cooper)

My right hon. Friend is not aware that there is any general dissatisfaction on this subject. So far as goods vehicles are concerned there was a full inquiry as recently as 1932 which also threw light on motor taxation generally. My right hon. Friend sees no need for any further inquiry on the subject.