HC Deb 13 February 1986 vol 91 c542W
28. Mr. Wareing

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what plans he has to reduce taxation as a percentage of gross national product.

Mr. Moore

I cannot anticipate my right hon. Friend's Budget statement.

29. Mr. Greenway

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many people have ceased to pay tax as a result of Government policies since 1979; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Moore

In 1985–86 about 1.4 million fewer individuals will pay income tax, compared with an indexed 1978–79 tax regime.

30. Mr. Pike

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the estimated percentage of pay a married man with two children on average earnings receives in take home pay after tax and national insurance at the latest date for which figures are available.

Mr. Moore

77.9 per cent. taking account, in addition, of child benefit.

34. Mr. Nicholls

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received in the last six months concerning the tax burden on the lower paid.

Mr. Moore

I have received a large number of representations covering a variety of proposals.

Dr. McDonald

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer (1) whether, in the manner of the answer given on 18 April 1985 Official Report, column 243, he will publish and update the tax relief figures for 1985–86;

(2) whether, in the manner of the answer given on 14 February 1985, Official Report, column 288, he will publish an updated table on direct revenue effects for 1985–86.

Mr. Moore

I shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.