HC Deb 18 January 1972 vol 829 c111W
44. Mr. James Hill

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will accept the loss of the proposed excise duty involved in levying a low rate of tax on liquefied petroleum gas, when it is conclusively proved that its use is desirable on environmental grounds.

Mr. Higgins

My right hon. Friend hopes to be able to announce soon what the rate of duty will be. I do not think there is any conflict between taxation policy and environmental considerations.