asked the Minister for Finance if he will make an up-to-date statement on the operations of the mobile tax advisory service promised in this year's budget.

I expect that the mobile tax advisory service which I referred to in this year's budget speech will be in operation early next year.

The vehicle to be used as a mobile tax office had to be specially constructed and I am informed it is now almost ready.

Where is the special vehicle being constructed?

I do not know that.

Is it being constructed here?

I assume it is but I do not know. I was not asked for that information in the question. I will inquire.

Has the Minister any information on the projected itinerary for this vehicle?

While there will be only one vehicle different teams will service it and it will reach all major centres.

A prototype black maria.

It is not meant to be a black maria; it is meant for assistance.

Wanderly Wagon.