Mr. PRESTONasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what amounts were realised in 1913 and 1918, respectively, by the duty on playing cards; and, if there is any rebate on cards which are manufactured in this country and after paying duty are exported, will he show this separately so as to give the actual amount the Exchequer benefited by this tax in 1913 and 1918?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINThe amounts realised in the years 1913 and 1918, respectively, by the duty on playing cards are as follow:—
governing the service by which it is to be despatched. If the hon. and gallant Member has in mind any case in which this practice has not been followed, I shall be glad to receive particulars, in order that inquiry may be made in the matter.