HC Deb 26 October 2001 vol 373 c443W
Mr. Lidington

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what assessment he has made of the impact which the climate change levy has had on employment in the manufacturing sector since its introduction. [8855]

Mr. Boateng

The climate change levy only became operational in April this year and the first payments are still being received by Customs and Excise. While it is too early for a full assessment, the levy is operating in the planned revenue neutral manner.