Whisky, Beer and Cigarettes (Taxation Yields)

HC Deb 15 April 1980 vol 982 cc607-8W

Mr. Higgins

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will estimate what percentage of the population pays tax on cigarettes and tobacco.

Mr. Peter Rees

It is estimated that about 45 per cent. of the adult population of Great Britain are smokers.