HC Deb 11 May 1966 vol 728 cc82-3W
Mr. MacArthur

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what revised estimate he has made of the rate of emigration from Scotland, following the introduction of the proposed Selective Employment Tax.

Mr. Ross

None.

Mr. MacArthur

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what estimate he has made of the effect of the proposed Selective Employment Tax on the harvesting costs of potato growers and raspberry producers in Perthshire.

Mr. Ross

It is not possible to make a meaningful estimate of the amount of tax which might be payable in respect of employment in specific operations in connection with individual crops in specific localities.

Mr. MacArthur

asked the Secretary of of State for Scotland what consultations he has held with the Highland Development Board about the effect of the proposed Selective Employment Tax on employment in the Highlands.

Mr. Ross

None.