HC Deb 19 July 1979 vol 970 cc1977-8
12. Mr. Dalyell

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what tax concessions he is contemplating for recycled products; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Rees

None, Sir.

Mr. Dalyell

Do Treasury Ministers accept the principle that it is proper to use the fiscal system to encourage the use of recycled products?

Mr. Rees

We certainly do not accept the principle that VAT is a suitable mechanism to provide incentive to increase the use of recycled products.

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