HC Deb 25 May 1993 vol 225 cc537-8W
Mr. Robert Hughes

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many written representations he has received since 16 March seeking changes to the transitional arrangements for the abolition of exploration and appraisal relief which he announced in the Budget.

Mr. Dorrell

There have been a number of written representations on the transitional arrangements. both seeking changes and supporting the existing Finance Bill measures.

Mr. Robert Hughes

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how many companies and industry associations have met him or ministerial colleagues since 16 March to seek changes to the transitional arrangements for the abolition of exploration and appraisal relief which he announced in the Budget; and if he will list them.

Mr. Dorrell

Ministers have met a range of companies, industry associations and other interested parties who have put forward a variety of views on the transitional arrangements.

Mr. Robert Hughes

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will list all companies and industry associations which have made representations to Her Majesty's Treasury since 16 March seeking changes to the transitional arrangements for the abolition of exploration and appraisal relief which he announced in the Budget.

Mr. Dorrell

Those companies and industry associations that have made representations and have yet to make them public are free to do so.