HC Deb 21 March 1974 vol 870 c1312
17. Mr. Michael McNair-Wilson

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will reduce the amount of taxation on motor fuels.

Mr. Dell

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

Mr. McNair-Wilson

If the Minister considers this proposal he will realise that it would be one way of keeping down the cost of living by defraying the steep rise in the cost of petrol to the many millions of motorists and by also reducing the amount of transport costs, which inevitably push up prices in almost every sphere.

Mr. Dell

I have noted the hon. Gentleman's remarks.