HC Deb 21 June 1995 vol 262 cc263-4W
Mr. Hanson

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what forward projections he has made for the income from alcohol duty for each of the next 10 years. [29436]

Mr. Heathcoat-Amory

Forecasts cover the short to medium term; and the last published set was in the revised 1995–96 "Financial Statement and Budget Report". After 1995–96, figures presented combine income from excise duties on fuel, alcohol and tobacco. New estimates will be published by HM Treasury in the summer economic forecast at the end of June.

Mr. Hanson

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what plans he has to meet representatives of the Licensed Victuallers Association to discuss the Government's policy on the harmonisation of alcohol duties across the EC. [29434]

Mr. Heathcoat-Amory

Meetings are held regularly with trade organisations and other representatives of that industry.