Written question asked by Hugh Bayley (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 February 1997. It was answered by Phillip Oppenheim (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 February 1997 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question: How much money has been collected by HM Customs and Excise since April 1992 as a result of the extension of VAT to domestic fuel. - Inc figs. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. Bayley: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer how much money has been collected by HM Customs and Excise since April 1992 as a result of the extension of VAT to domestic fuel. [14197] Mr. Oppenheim: Domestic fuel and power has been subject to VAT only since April 1994. The total revenue raised from VAT on domestic fuel and power since the 8 per cent. was introduced is estimated to be as follows: 1994-95: £850 million 1995-96: £1,100 million

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