HC Deb 22 July 1937 vol 326 cc2419-20W
Mr. Lee

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will state the quantity of spirits used for medicinal preparations or scientific purposes in respect of which rebate was allowed under Section four of the Finance Act, 1918, during the year ended 31st March, 1937?

Lieut.-Colonel Colville

The quantity of spirits used for medicinal preparations or

they were granted in each country; and show how these particulars compare with those for the previous Year?

Lieut.-Colonel Colville

I assume that the hon. Member's question refers only to occasional liquor licences.

Following is the information:

scientific purposes in respect of which rebate was allowed under Section 4 of the Finance Act, 1918, as amended, during the year ended 31st March, 1937, was 534,000 proof gallons.