§ Mr. Colvinasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what are his forecasts for total excise duty receipts for the financial years (a) 1981–82 and (b) 1982–83 broken down by spirits, beer, wine, cider and perry, respectively.
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§ Mr. WakehamI regret that final figures for receipts in 1981–82 are not yet available. The estimated outturns and the forecasts for 1982–83, made at the time of the 1982 Budget are:
(a) (b) 1981–82 1982–83 £ million £ million Spirits 1,175 1,215 Beer 1,325 1,500 Wine (including made-wine) 482 540 Cider and perry 18 20 Total 3,000 3,275