§ 40. Mr. Langford-Holtasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what reply he has made to the letter sent to him by Mr. Edmund Warwick, of the Shrewsbury Repertory Theatre, pointing out the difficulties being experienced in trying to maintain the live theatre in Shrewsbury and the necessity of introducing tax relief for such small theatres.
§ Mr. R. A. ButlerThe writer has been told that his representations will be borne in mind in the general review of taxation before the Budget.
§ Mr. Langford-HoltWill my right hon. Friend also bear in mind that this would be a great help to a very small section of the community who are rendering a national service to the community?
§ Mr. ButlerI have always been very soft-hearted towards the theatre and, indeed, have acted in that manner.