§ Mr. Nigel JonesTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much has been received in VAT levied on restaurant meals in the last three years for which figures are available.
§ Mr. Heathcoat-AmoryVAT arising from consumer spending is usually estimated from Central Statistical Office estimates of consumer spending. There are not separate figures for consumer spending on restaurant meals. The following figures for output tax paid by restaurants and cafés, etc, for the years 1991 to 1993 give a rough indication:
Year £million 1991 554 1992 523 1993 481