HC Deb 07 April 1978 vol 947 cc252-3W
Mr. Frank Allaun

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will ask employers to notify their employees that they are entitled to an annual tax allowance for tools and wear and tear of clothes where this has been agreed by the Inland Revenue, and also the amount agreed.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

I will let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Frank Allaun

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the approximate number of workers entitled to an income tax allowance for tools and wear and tear of clothing; and how many are receiving this allowance.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

I will let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Frank Allaun

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the present annual allowance for tools and wear and tear of clothing for individual skilled fitters and turners in the engineering industry; and what were the allowances in April 1968 and April 1975.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

I will let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.