Finance Bill

The hon. Gentleman has greatly entertained us with his intervention, but I do not think I will respond to it—especially as if I were to do so I think that you would probably rule me out of order, Mr Hancock. In summary, I wanted to highlight the knock-on effect of VAT on public authorities and charities and, as many of my party colleagues have also done, the impact on building renovation. That sector could be substantial, and we should be encouraging it, not discouraging it. We should also seek measures that protect vulnerable households and people on low incomes—and that is the purpose behind my amendments.