§ 18. Mr. William Williamsasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies why the Government of Trinidad has abolished the Excess Profits Tax, although the Budget shows a substantial deficit.
§ Mr. georģe HallThere was strong feeling in Trinidad against the continuance of this tax in local conditions. While it is true that the Budget shows a small deficit, I am confident that the Legislature is fully alive to this and will give its attention to alternative sources of revenue.
§ Mr. WilliamsOn whose part was there this strong feeling on this matter—the employers or the ordinary people in the island?
§ Mr. HallIt was generally felt and represented to us through the Legislature that this tax should cease.
§ Mr. W. J. BrownMay we hope, and can the Colonial Secretary give, us any hope, that the home Government will shortly follow this praiseworthy example?