Rachel Reeves Faces Backlash Over Planned Fuel Duty Hike in 2024
Rachel Reeves planning quicker and steeper 'stealth' raid on drivers in New Year, figures suggest, sparking accusations last week's fuel duty relief U-turn just 'a con'
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to implement a 3p per litre fuel duty increase on January 1, 2024, following a delay in previous proposals. This move has drawn criticism from MPs and motoring groups, who label it a deceptive tactic amid rising living costs. The increase could raise fuel duty to its highest level in over four years.
- 01The planned fuel duty hike will raise the duty from 52.95p to 55.95p per litre on January 1, 2024.
- 02The increase follows a previous 5p cut in 2022, which was introduced amid high pump prices due to geopolitical tensions.
- 03Critics, including Tory MPs and the TaxPayers’ Alliance, argue that this move is a 'stealth raid' on drivers and a 'con' against the public.
- 04The rise in fuel duty is expected to contribute to increased costs for households already facing soaring energy bills.
- 05Chancellor Reeves may still have the option to cancel the hike in the upcoming Autumn Budget.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to implement a 3p per litre increase in fuel duty starting January 1, 2024, following the postponement of earlier proposals. This hike, which will raise fuel duty from 52.95p to 55.95p per litre, has attracted significant criticism from various MPs and motoring organizations, who describe it as a deceptive tactic amidst rising living costs. Critics argue that this move is not only a 'stealth raid' on drivers but also a 'con' that fails to provide genuine relief to motorists. The increase is particularly concerning as households are already grappling with soaring energy bills during the winter months. The situation is compounded by the fact that fuel prices have surged due to geopolitical tensions, leading to a cumulative cost of £3.1 billion for drivers since the onset of the Iran war. Reeves has indicated that the decision to implement the duty increase could still be reviewed in the upcoming Autumn Budget, leaving the door open for potential changes.
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The fuel duty hike is expected to increase costs for drivers, compounding existing financial pressures from rising energy bills.
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