§ Mr. David Priceasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what has been the percentage increase in all forms of taxation on table wines, fortified wines, beers and spirits, respectively, since February 1974.
§ Mr. Robert SheldonSince February 1974 the excise duties on table wine, fortified wines, beers and spirits have increased as follows:
Per cent Table wine 333 Fortified wine(15–18 per cent alcohol) 154 Fortified wine(18–22 per cent alcohol) 199 Beer 141 Sprits 75 All these goods are subject to the standard rate of VAT, which was reduced from 10 per cent. to 8 per cent. on 29th July 1974.