§ Miss McIntoshTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will take steps to ensure the continuation of duty free within the EU beyond 30 June 1999. [14288]
§ Dawn PrimaroloAny extension of intra-EU duty-free sales beyond 30 June 1999 would require a fresh proposal from the European Commission and unanimity amongst all 15 Member States.
Duty-free sales for travel outside the EU will continue after 30 June 1999.