HC Deb 23 March 1948 vol 448 c309W
51. Lady Grant

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will reduce the Purchase Tax payable on gifts from overseas, on which Customs Duty has also to be paid so that the total sum often exceeds the original price of the article.

Sir S. Cripps

No. It would mean unfair discrimination in favour of imports, besides opening the door to abuse.

54. Mr. Warbey

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will abolish the Purchase Tax on medical charts.

Sir S. Cripps

There is no Purchase Tax on medical charts as such. Perhaps my hon. Friend will send me particulars of the charts he has in mind, and I will have inquiries made.

55. Mr. Peter Freeman

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether in view of the popularity of lawn tennis he will place all equipment for this game on the same basis as other sporting materials for Purchase Tax purposes.

Sir S. Cripps

My hon. Friend will not expect me to anticipate my Budget Statement.