§ 59. Sir John Mellorasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider increasing the margin of preference given to Empire products in the cases of wine, coffee, sugar, raisins-and tobacco, in view of the necessity of increasing our Empire resources of these commodities
§ 57. Mr. Oliver Pooleasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider removing the Purchase Tax on electric kettles, electric irons and electric- washing machines on the ground that these appliances contribute greatly to the conservation of fuel.
§ Mr. DaltonThe hon. Members will not expect me to anticipate my Budget statement.
§ Sir J. MellorWill the Chancellor at least give the assurance that his hands 949 will be kept free to increase the margin of preference in his next Budget, if at that time he so desires?
§ Mr. DaltonThis is not the time of year to give any such assurances on any matter relating to the Budget.