HC Deb 28 May 1971 vol 818 c275W
Mr. Greville Janner

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will now institute an inquiry into the tax position of deserted wives.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin

No. I do not consider one to be necessary. The tax position of many separated and divorced wives will be improved under the new personal tax system which is to start in 1973–74.