HC Deb 03 October 1944 vol 403 cc750-1W
Mr. J. Griffiths

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he is aware that Purchase Tax is charged on gifts sent to their parents and relatives by members of the Armed Forces overseas; and if he will take steps to remove the tax in these cases.

Sir J. Anderson

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer which I gave to the hon. Member for Eddisbury (Mr. Loverseed) on 26th September.

Mr. Gretton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether gifts sent home by members of His Majesty's Forces serving overseas are subjected to Purchase Tax.

Sir J. Anderson

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer which I gave to the hon. Member for Eddisbury (Mr. Loverseed) on 26th September.

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