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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Monday, 12 October 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 October 2026 (named day). It was answered by James Murray (Labour) on Thursday, 15 October 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.


Motor Vehicles: Excise Duties

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what representations his Department has received in the last 12 months on proposals to vary Vehicle Excise Duty according to vehicle width.

Answer

In the last 12 months, HM Treasury has received a variety of representations on possible changes to VED, including changes to take greater account of the dimensions or weight of cars such as Sport Utility Vehicles.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
33826
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Excise duties Motor vehicles Measurement
Link
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