HC Deb 27 February 1968 vol 759 cc292-3W
53. Mr. Eadie

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the total annual amount collected in Stamp Duty on housing transactions in Scotland; and what percentage it represents of the total collection in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Harold Lever

About £1 million: 6 per cent.

54. Mr. Eadie

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representation he has had in relation to the collection of Stamp Duty on house mortgages; what study he has made of the matter; and what reply he has sent.

Mr. Harold Lever

Representations on this subject have been received by Treasury Ministers from time to time, but my hon. Friend will not expect me to anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.

Mr. Dodds-Parker

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will abolish Stamp Duty on the sale and purchase of a house when the owner is required to move by the needs of his employment.

Mr. Harold Lever

I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.