Written question asked by Lord Jackson of Peterborough (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 August 2026. It was answered by Lord Pitt-Watson (Labour) on Thursday, 30 July 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.
Taxation
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the level of taxation on working people.
- Answer
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The Government has made fair and necessary choices on tax so it can deliver on the public’s priorities. Everyone is being asked to contribute to support these goals, but the Government is keeping the contribution from working people as low as possible by ensuring the wealthiest contribute more.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL2421
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Taxation
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- 2026-07-30 16:21:12 +0100
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