HC Deb 14 September 1931 vol 256 c526W
Mr. MILLS

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he is aware that Thermogene, Antiphlogistine, and many other patent medicines are now being sent to qualified chemists without revenue stamps of 3d and 6d. attached; and whether, as chemists are suffering from this recent policy, he will consider what steps should be taken to protect the revenue?

Mr. P. SNOWDEN

The law provides for exemption from Medicine Stamp Duty in favour of "known, admitted and approved" remedies when sold under certain conditions by duly qualified chemists or druggists. I am aware that certain manufacturers have taken steps to bring their preparations within the scope of that exemption, but this is not a matter in which I can interfere.

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