Mr. NicholasWinterton asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many firms joined and how many firms left the value added tax register in January.
§ Mr. Peter Rees[pursuant to his reply, 5 February 1981, c. 205]: In January 1981, 10,599 names were added to the value added tax register. In the same period 10,333 persons sought cancellation of their registrations.
§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received on the raising of the ceiling on tax relief on mortgage interest under the Finance Act 1974; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter Rees[pursuant to his reply, 5 February 1981, c. 207]: My right hon. and learned Friend the Chancellor has, so far, received 13 representations to the effect that this ceiling, which has to be fixed annually, should be raised or removed in his forthcoming Budget. However, I cannot anticipate the contents of my right hon. and learned Friend's Budget Statement.