asked the Minister for Finance if he is contemplating the removal of the excise duty of 37½ per cent on motor car spare parts in the new year in response to pressure from the EEC or other sources; and, if so, if he will refund the duty on stock held by motor traders at the time of such removal which, it is estimated will amount to millions of pounds.
Written Answers. - Car Parts Excise Duty.
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Arising from our obligations under EEC law, the re-structuring of the excise duties on motor vehicles and parts is at present under examination and an announcement in this regard will be made shortly.