Mr. Alan Lee Williamsasked the Minister of Labour how many firms in the Hornchurch area have registered for premiums or refunds under the Selective Employment Tax arrangements.
§ Mr. GunterOn 30th November 29 establishments had been registered by my Ministry as eligible for premium and six as eligible for refund. Seven applications for registration were still being considered.
§ Sir D. Kaberryasked the Minister of Labour what effect to date in the West 365W Riding in general, and the city of Leeds in particular, has the Selective Employment Tax produced in transferring labour from service to manufacturing industries.
§ Mr. GunterIt is not possible to distinguish the effects of the tax from those of other factors at present influencing the employment situation in these areas.