HC Deb 05 July 1909 vol 7 c1000W
Sir JOHN DEWAR

asked the Chancellor of the, Exchequer what sum was received for Spirit Duty in June, 1908, and June, 1909, and Beer Duty for the same months; and what sum was received for duty on wines in May and June, 1908, and May and June, 1909?

Mr. LLOYD-GEORGE

The receipts of duty on spirits, beer and wine during the months mentioned were, approximately:—

1908. 1909.
May. June. May. June.
£ £ £ £
Spirits … — 1,409,000 — 716.000
Beer … — 1,084,000 — 1,088,000
Wine … 94,000 82,000 68,000 81,000