HC Deb 30 November 1936 vol 318 c852W
Mr. LEES-JONES

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many gallons of British wine have been produced and sold in this country during the years ending 30th September, 1934, 1935 and 1936, respectively?

Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLE

The number of gallons of British wine (sweets) retained for consumption in the United Kingdom during the years ending 30th September, 1934, 1935 and 1936, respectively, was as follows:

Gallons.
1934 3,927,309
1935 4,522,189
1936 5,621,420

Mr. LEES-JONES

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider transferring British wines from the category of sweets to that of intoxicating liquors?

Lieut.-Colonel COLVILLE

I am not clear what my hon. Friend has in mind, as the law already treats British wines or sweets as intoxicating liquor.