Papers relating to the Entertainments Tax

RA Collection: Archive

Reference code

RAA/SEC/17/14

Title

Papers relating to the Entertainments Tax

Date

1916-1926

Level

File

Extent & medium

1 file

Previous reference codes

1744 A-B

Historical Background

The Entertainments Tax was introduced on 15 May 1916.

Content Description

The papers consist of correspondence, memoranda and printed leaflets. They also include a transcript of proceedings of a meeting between a deputation from the Royal Academy (including the President, Sir Edward Poynter) and other interested bodies and the Financial Secretary to the Treasury, 28 April 1916.