§ Mr. Perkinsasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that there are 2,200,000 gallons of Australian wine in bond, representing three years' supply at the present rate of consumption; and what steps he is taking to encourage the consumption of Australian and other Empire wines in this country.
§ Mr. GaitskellI am aware of the situation in regard to stocks of Australian wine in bonded warehouse to which the hon. Member refers. As regards the second part of the Question if the hon. Member is referring to the possibility of a reduction of duty for these wines, he will not expect me to anticipate my Budget statement.