§ Sir Hector MonroTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make it his policy to support the interests of manufacturers of Scotch whisky and British gin during his discussions on excise duties within the EC.
§ Mrs. Gillian ShephardIn the further EC discussions due later this year on excise duty rates, my hon. Friend can be assured that my aim will be to secure arrangements which are acceptable both to the Exchequer and to the United Kingdom spirits industry.