§ Lord Cochrane of Cultsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they are satisfied with the workings of the tour operators' margin scheme.
§ The Minister of State, Department of Social Security (Lord Mackay of Ardbrecknish)Yes, although we are always examining the scope for improvements. To this end the tour operators' margin scheme is currently under review and Customs and Excise are consulting the travel industry and professional bodies about possible options for change.