Value Added Tax

HC Deb 22 March 1983 vol 39 c393W

Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what was the total of value added tax income in 1978–79 and 1981–82.

Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

I refer the hon. Member to table 3.12 on page 42 of the February issue of "Financial Statistics". There is a copy in the Library of the House.

Mr. Cormack

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will ensure that value added tax is no longer charged on the sale of privately-owned works of art which have been on public view.

Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

My right hon. and learned Friend is still considering the representations which he has received on this subject. He hopes to reach a decision shortly.