HC Deb 22 October 1945 vol 414 c1828W
Colonel Stoddart-Scott

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider, when framing his next Budget, abolishing the 16⅔ per cent. Purchase Tax on all drugs used for the treatment of disease.

Mr. Dalton

I will certainly consider the suggestion made by the hon. and gallant Member.

Colonel Stoddart-Scott

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will consider, when framing his next Budget, abolishing the 33⅓ per cent. Purchase Tax on toothpaste and other preparations used in the prevention of disease.

Mr. Dalton

I will certainly consider the suggestion made by the hon. and gallant Member.