§ 26. Mr. Frank Allaunasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he is satisfied that the 8 million workers covered by agreements between trade unions and the Inland Revenue on annual tax allowances for tools and wear and tear of clothing are receiving the full and up-to-date allowances; and, in the light of the case of skilled engineering turners and fitters not receiving the allowance on £49 brought to his attention, if he will take steps to ensure that tax inspectors make the proper allowances.
§ Mr. Robert SheldonThe Inland Revenue normally ensures that all employees receive the flat rate allowances to which they are entitled. The Revenue regrets that the allowances had not been brought up to date in the cases to which the hon. Member has drawn attention. These have now been put right.