§ Mr. PawseyTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what estimate he has as to the annual extent of tax avoidance; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. DorrellNo reliable estimate can be made, but it remains the Government's policy to ensure that opportunities for tax avoidance are minimised. My right hon. and learned Friend's Budget contains a number of anti-avoidance measures which will increase revenue by £1.8 billion over three years.