Taxation (Hansard, 19 October 1989)

HC Deb 19 October 1989 vol 158 c195W 195W

§ 29. Mr. Butterfill
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much indirect taxation has increased as a proportion of disposable income in real terms since 1984.

§ Mr. Ryder
It is estimated that indirect taxes—excluding rates—will be equivalent to 11.9 per cent. of gross national disposable income in 1989 compared with 11.8 per cent. in 1984.

§ 77. Mr. Knapman
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on progress towards the introduction of independent taxation in April 1990.

§ Mr. Lilley
Preparations are well in hand for the introduction of independent taxation in April 1990.