HC Deb 06 April 1989 vol 150 c245W
16. Mr. Ernie Ross

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will estimate the total amount of indirect taxes paid by a family on three quarters of average earnings.

Mr. Norman Lamont

It is estimated that in 1988–89, a married man on three quarters of average male earnings with two children will pay £25 per week in indirect taxes (excluding rates).