§ Mr. WattsTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what discussions he has had with(a) the Scotch whisky industry and (b) his European Community counterparts on the taxation of whisky.
§ Mr. LilleyMy right hon. Friend received various representations from the Scotch whisky industry in the run-up to his annual Budget. My right hon. Friend meets his European Community counterparts from time to time to discuss a variety of subjects.