§ Mr. Freudasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the duty payable on a litre of 70° proof whisky; and whether any duty is charged on liquor for sale at airport duty-free shops.
§ Mr. Bruce-GardyneThe excise duty payable on a litre of whisky containing 40 per cent. alcohol—70° proof—is £5.79. No duty is charged on liquor for sale at airport duty-free shops.