Beer, Wines and Spirits (Hansard, 24 April 1972)

HC Deb 24 April 1972 vol 835 c212W 212W

§ Mr. Bishop
asked the Secretary of State for Employment what increases in prices of beer, wines and spirits have taken place since June, 1970; and if he will specify the percentage increases in each product.

§ Mr. Chichester-Clark
Following are the percentage rises between 16th June. 1970, and 21st March, 1972, in the indices for the beer, draught and bottled and for bottles of wines and spirits included in the General Index of Retail Prices:

Beer … 10.9 per cent.

Wines … 0.9 per cent.

Spirits … 1.9 per cent.

Beer	…	10.9 per cent.
Wines	…	0.9 per cent.
Spirits	…	1.9 per cent.