§ Mr. Fauldsasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is his estimate of the revenue from value added tax on subscriptions of members of the National Art-Collections Fund for the fiscal year 1973–74 in so far as it is attributable to the facility of free access to the national museums and galleries when admission charges are imposed.
§ Mr. HigginsIt is not usual to give estimates of the tax position of particular associations.
§ Dr. Stuttafordasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he is holding with the brewery industry to discuss the effect of value added tax on sales; and if he will issue a statement.
§ Mr. HigginsInformal discussions have taken place between representatives460W of the Brewers' Society and Customs and Excise officials but I have nothing to add now to my right hon. Friend's previous statements.
§ Dr. Stuttafordasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what increase in the price of beer will occur as a result of the imposition of value added tax; and how much he expects to collect annually from this source.
§ Mr. HigginsMy right hon. Friend indicated in his Budget Statement that he cannot decide upon the appropriate level of taxation on beer in 1973–74 until he has made an assessment of the general economic and financial situation nearer the time.