§ Mr. Carmichaelasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will reduce or abolish purchase tax on the gird in view of the fact that it is not a conventional toy but an essential part of an ancient Scottish street pastime.
§ Mr. HigginsRequisites for games or sports or amusements whether traditional or not are taxable at the same rate as toys. I do not think that it would be justifiable to give preferential treatment to this item.