asked the Minister for Finance if he will give consumption statistics for 1962-63 in the terms of a reply of 10th April, 1962.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Consumption Statistics.
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As the reply is in the form of a tabular statement, I propose, with your permission, a Cheann Comhairle, to have it circulated with the Official Report.
Following is the statement:—
ESTIMATED consumption as a percentage of estimated consumption in the financial year, 1953-54.
|
Year ended 31st March |
Tobacco |
Beer |
Whiskey |
Petrol and Oil (a) |
|
1963 |
89% |
105% |
98% |
144% |
(a) Excluding heavy oils (e.g., diesel oil) delivered on rebate of duty for use otherwise than in the engine of a road vehicle.