HC Deb 11 July 1974 vol 876 c535W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many medical specialists are shown in the Schedule D assessments for professional earnings as currently in receipt of £15,000—£20,000 per annum; and how many are earning more than £25,000.

Dr. Gilbert

I regret that the information is not available.

Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many medical partnerships are currently liable for Schedule D assessment; how many partners are involved; and what is the total amount of the assessment.

Dr. Gilbert

For accounting periods ending in the year to 5th April 1971—the latest year for which information is available—the figures are:—

Number of partnerships 7,000
Number of partners 20,000
Amount assessed £82 million