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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 12 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 March 2001. It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Thursday, 15 March 2001 on behalf of the Treasury.


Treasury

Question
To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, for what reason motorcycle vehicles over 250cc do not qualify for reduced vehicle excise duty; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

Dr. Tonge: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer for what reason motorcycle vehicles over 250cc do not qualify for reduced vehicle excise duty; and if he will make a statement. [153781] Mr. Timms: Motorcycles over 250cc pay 40 per cent. of the standard rate of vehicle excise duty levied on vehicles in the private and light goods vehicle class. Budget 2001 froze the rate at £65 per annum.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
153781; 364 c691W
Session
2000-01
Subjects
Excise duties Motorcycles
Link
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