§ Mr. Lawrenceasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the total revenue from Customs and Excise Duty and VAT on alcohol in the year 1975–76; and what is the estimated revenue for 1976–77.
§ Mr. Robert SheldonReceipts of duty together with an estimate of the VAT on alcoholic drinks were £1,945 million in 1975–76. The estimate for 1976–77 is £2,325 million.