HC Deb 15 March 1929 vol 226 c1426W
Mr. TOMLINSON

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer the quantities of beer (standard and bulk barrels), spirits, and wine retained for consumption during the calendar year 1928 in Northern Ireland, and the estimated revenue attributable thereto?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The approximate quantities of beer, spirits and wine retained for consumption in Northern Ireland during the calendar year 1928 and the estimated revenue attributable thereto, are as follow:

Article. Approximate quantity retained for consumption. Estimated attributable Revenue.
£
Beer Standard Barrels 186,000 721,000
Bulk Barrels 222,000
Spirits Proof Gallons 297,000 1,055,000
Wine Gallons 231,000 66,000