§ Mr. BowdenTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the number of people over the age of 65 years who are liable for income tax at each of the lower basic and higher rates, in the present financial year.
§ Mr. DorrellLatest estimates for 1993–94 are as follows:
Thousands Matginal rate of taxpayer Taxpayers aged 65 and over Lower rate 1,390 Basic rate 1,490 Higher rate 120 All taxpayers 3,000