Excise Duties

HC Deb 06 May 1986 vol 97 c96W

Mr. George Gardiner

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what are the estimated receipts in 1985–86 and 1986–87 from excise duties on spirits, beer, wine, made wine, cider and perry, respectively; and if he will explain any differences or special factors.

Mr. Brooke

The estimates are as follows:

	1985–86	1986–87
	£ Million*	£ Million †
Spirits	1,500	1,600
Beer	1,960	2,010
Wine	630	640
Made-wine	55	60
Cider and perry	50	50
TOTAL	4,195	4,360
* Latest estimates
† Forecast