§ Mr. Parryasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received from the Scotch Whisky Association concerning further increases in duty in the forthcoming Budget; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Bruce-GardyneMy right hon. and learned Friend has received representations from the Scotch Whisky Association about the effect of duty increases on the whisky industry. These and other representations on the subject will be carefully considered.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received from the wine and spirits industry against further increases in duty in the forthcoming Budget.
§ Mr. Bruce-GardyneMy right hon. and learned Friend has received representations about the effect of duty increases on wines and spirits from the Scotch Whisky Association, the Wine and Spirit Association, the Gin Rectifiers and Distillers Association, the Vodka Trade Association and from other correspondents.