Study Finds UK Fuel Duty Cut Disproportionately Benefits Wealthy Individuals
Wednesday, 6 March 2024, 07:00
Study Reveals Regressive Impact of UK Fuel Duty Cut
A recent analysis has shown that the UK's fuel duty cut, aimed at saving motorists money, actually has a regressive impact on wealth distribution.
Benefit Discrepancy
Well-off individuals stand to save £60 annually from the cut, while lower earners will only see a £22 saving, highlighting the policy's disproportionate impact.
Policy Critique
The fuel duty cut's regressive nature has sparked debate over its fairness and potential exacerbation of social inequalities.
- Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce an extension of the 5p cut
- Praise from rightwing press
- Concerns over unequal impact on different income groups
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