HC Deb 13 April 1983 vol 40 c404W
56. Mr. Leighton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many Customs and Excise officials in the European Community dealt with trade between member countries in 1972; and what is the latest available figure.

Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

No valid comparison is possible because the basic information is unavailable. The functions and responsibilities of member states' indirect tax administrations differ markedly, and such manpower figures as are available do not distinguish between intra-Community and third country trade.