§ Mr. John Evansasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will bring forward proposals to zero rate, for value added tax purposes, distress alarms fitted to the homes of disabled and elderly persons; and if he will back-date such zero rating to the date of the last Budget.
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§ Mr. Robert SheldonThe application of VAT to distress alarms is under review. I have noted my hon. Friend's suggestion.
§ Mr. John Evansasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received to zero rate, for value added tax purposes, distress alarms fitted to the homes of disabled and elderly persons.
§ Mr. Robert SheldonThree, including one from my hon. Friend.