HC Deb 05 July 1990 vol 175 c694W
31. Mr. Amos

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many representations he has received concerning the increase in tax on tobacco in the current year's Budget; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Ryder

Nine letters were received from individuals or bodies representing health professionals who gave broad support for the tobacco taxation measures announced in the 1990 Budget. Four individuals wrote opposing the duty increases on cigarettes, cigars and hand-rolling tobacco.