§ 77. Mr. Dayasked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury by what means, advertising or otherwise, Customs authorities bring to the notice of the public any sales by auction of goods confiscated for breaches of Customs regulations; and can he give the figures of the sums realised by such sales for the 12 months ended to the last convenient date?
§ The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Lieut.-Colonel Colville)Except in the case of goods such as perishables which have to be sold immediately, sales by auction of goods confiscated for breaches of Customs regulations are advertised in the Press and by public notices exhibited at Custom Houses. Notifications are also sent to individual firms on request. During the 12 months ended 28th February, 1937, the total sum realised from sales by auction or tender was approximately £16,150.
§ Mr. DayCan the Minister say what happens to smaller quantities of perfumes and liquors which are confiscated?
§ Lieut.-Colonel ColvillePerhaps the hon. Member will put down a question on that point.