VAT Inspectors (Complaints)

HC Deb 20 July 1976 vol 915 cc438-9W

Mr. Brotherton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the current procedure for dealing with complaints from the public about the behaviour and activities of VAT inspectors.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

I am sending the hon. Member a copy of the article on this subject in "VAT News No. 9" which was circulated to all registered persons in February 1976.

Mr. Brotherton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many complaints have been received from members of the public in the last 12 months about the activities and behaviour of VAT inspectors.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

Ministers have received about 100 complaints in the past 12 months and, of these, no more than five have on investigation been shown to have had any substance.