§ 49. Mr. Craven-Ellisasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that, since the recent increase of 1303 the duty upon imported lager beer, Danish brewers have borne the duty themselves rather than pass it on to the consumer in this country; and whether, in view of the fact that this action has rendered the increased duty valueless as regards protection for the British producer of lager beer, he will review the matter in connection with his forthcoming Budget?
§ The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Lieut.-Colonel Colville)I am aware of the allegation referred to. There are a number of facts to be considered, but, with regard to the second part of the question, I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.