HC Deb 14 November 1966 vol 736 c12W
Mr. Gwynfor Evans

asked the Minister of Labour what percentage of employees in Wales are attracting premiums and full payment, respectively, of the Selective Employment Tax; and how these percentages compare with the percentages for England.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

It will not be possible to give precise information until registration under the Selective Employment Payments Act is complete. Totals of employees and percentages based on mid-1965 employment estimates are as follows:

Premium Group Tax-bearing Group
WALES
Thousands … 301 283
Percentage … 32½ 30½
ENGLAND
Thousands … 7,345 6,602
Percentage … 38½ 35

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