HC Deb 10 March 1953 vol 512 cc1115-6
33. Brigadier Clarke

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if, in his next Budget, he will reduce or eliminate petrol tax on public transport as this is the main reason for the increase in fares.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.

Brigadier Clarke

Does not my hon. Friend agree that the tax on petrol and diesel oil affects the cost of living, and will he try to do something about it?