HC Deb 22 July 1999 vol 335 c632W
21. Dr. Tony Wright

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what his policy is on introducing hypothecation into the tax system. [91115]

Dawn Primarolo

In general, the Government determines their expenditure according to need, not according to the sources of their revenue. However, we will continue to look at each case on its merits.