HC Deb 14 November 1979 vol 973 c626W
Mr. Leighton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much was collected in the United Kingdom by way of EEC levies on each of the products subject to such levies in 1978 and in each of the first three quarters of 1979; and how much was collected by way of customs duties and other protective charges on imports of food, drink and tobacco.

Mr. Peter Rees

The net amount of levies charged on food imported was:

in the hotels and catering industry;

(3) how much is raised annually by the Inland Revenue through the taxation of gratuities in the hotels and catering industry.

Mr. Peter Rees

I will let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.