Written question asked by Lord Monson (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Sassoon (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 July 2010.
Aviation: Passenger Duty
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they will alter air passenger duty so that passengers flying to the West Indies will not have to pay more than those flying to more distant destinations such as the Pacific coast of Canada and the United States.
- Answer
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The Budget announced that the Government will explore changes to the aviation tax system, including switching from a per-passenger to a per-plane duty, which could encourage fuller planes. Major changes will be subject to consultation.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 935; 720 c34WA
- Session
- 2010-12
- Subjects
- Air passenger duty Tax rates and bands Caribbean
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