§ 62. Mr. Hardyasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he is aware that the Purchase Tax of 100 per cent. on religious figures wholly made of plaster is a cause of widespread criticism; and if he will exempt these religious figures from Purchase Tax or reduce the tax on them.
§ Mr. R. A. ButlerI will bear this suggestion in mind, but the hon. Member will not expect me to anticipate my Budget statement.