§ 39. Mr. Gourlayasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received regarding the anomaly, which has obtained since 1st April 1976, whereby sub-postmasters ceased to be liable for VAT, while staff supplied to a nominee sub-postmaster by his employer remain within the scope of the tax; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Robert SheldonI have received one letter of which my hon. Friend is aware. In addition, some representations have been made to Her Majesty's Customs and Excise who are considering them and are presently consulting the Post Office Corporation.